Chimchar was first seen alongside its Trainer in The Light That Binds Us! Part 1. The two headed to Lumiose City, where they hoped to battle powerful Trainers. It met Lewis, Shauna and their Pokémon in the following episode, where Chimchar quickly became friends with both Bulbasaur and Aipom, with whom he had a battle. The battle was called off, however, when a Tyranitar agitated by Team Flare began rampaging in the city.
Chimchar, alongside Rhyhorn, was used by Mars to try and calm the rampaging Tyranitar in Rampaging on the Streets! Despite his best efforts, Chimchar was defeated by the Armour Pokémon. He was delighted when Mars decided to travel through Kalos with Lewis and Shauna.
Chimchar was used by Mars to battle a wild Fletchling in Fletchling's Burning Passion! Chimchar initially struggled to keep up with Fletchling, but was ultimately able to defeat it with Fire Punch, allowing Mars to capture it.
Personality and characteristics[]
Chimchar is an incredibly friendly Pokémon and makes friends with ease. This was seen in The Starter Pokémon Caper!, where it immediately befriended Lewis' Aipom and Shauna's new Bulbasaur. It's bond with Aipom became very strong over the course of the series, with Lewis and Mars noting that the two were "best friends". The duo were frequently seen doing activities together and were rarely seen apart. When the two were separated for whatever reason, Chimchar showed great excitement and happiness at seeing its friend again.
Chimchar, much like Mars, can be very hotheaded, especially in battle. It clearly loves to battle and adamantly refuses to give up, even if he is on the verge of fainting. It was this that caused Tapu Bulu to take a dislike to Mars, as it believed Chimchar was being forced to battle. On the contrary, Chimchar is always willing to give whatever it takes to win a battle for its Trainer.
Moves used[]
Using Flamethrower
Move
First Used In
Flamethrower
The Light That Binds Us! Part 2
Fury Swipes
The Light That Binds Us! Part 2
Fire Punch
The Light That Binds Us! Part 2
A † shows that the move was used recently, unless all moves fit this case or there are fewer than five known moves.
