Fletchling (Pokémon)


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Fletchling (Japanese: ヤヤコマ Yayakoma) is a dual-type  introduced in Generation VI.

It evolves into starting at level 17, which evolves into  starting at level 35.

Biology
Fletchling is a small, avian Pokémon similar in appearance to a. It has a reddish-orange head with a triangular yellow mark on the back of each eye. Its body and wings are gray, and there are white tips on the wings. It has a long, black tail with a white V-shaped marking near the tip. The tail ends in two points, and has two feathers sticking out at the base, resembling the on the end of an arrow. Its legs, small beak, and eyes are black. The legs are thin and spindly, with two toes facing forward and one facing backward on each foot.

Fletchling is said to be very friendly and is well known for its beautiful songs. It communicates by using chirps and moving its tailfeathers to signal others of its kind. In spite of its typically peaceful disposition, it is relentless in battle and very territorial, attacking perceived threats mercilessly. Its body is warm and doubles in temperature when startled or excited. This increase in temperature spikes hormone production in its body. It can burn someone if they touch it with their bare hands.

Ash's Fletchling
's Fletchling debuted in A Battle of Aerial Mobility!. It was first shown stealing a Berry was trying to give to a. As a result, Ash used his to battle it several times, until Ash finally succeeded in catching it. Fletchling evolved into a Fletchinder in Battles in the Sky!. It later evolved into a Talonflame in A Legendary Photo Op!.

Other
Fletchling debuted in Kalos, Where Dreams and Adventures Begin!, under the ownership of. In the episode, she used Fletchling to wake her daughter up. It physically reappeared in Lumiose City Pursuit! and A Battle of Aerial Mobility!, and during a flashback in A Showcase Debut!. It appeared again in Performing with Fiery Charm!, where it watched Serena competing in the Dendemille Town Pokémon Showcase; and in Master Class is in Session!, where it watched Serena's Master Class Pokémon Showcase.

A Fletchling appeared in Breaking Titles at the Chateau!, under the ownership of Chester. It was used at the Battle Chateau, where it went up against Ash's Pikachu but was defeated by his.

A Fletchling debuted in A Showcase Debut!, under the ownership of Clarice. It was seen participating in the Coumarine City Pokémon Showcase. Clarice's Fletchling later reappeared in Master Class Choices!, where it competed alongside its Trainer in the Fleurrh City Pokémon Showcase. It appeared again in Master Class Is in Session! and Performing a Pathway to the Future!, where it competed alongside its Trainer in the Master Class Showcase.

Three Fletchling appeared in the Hoopa's Surprise Ring Adventures short . They were among the immense Pokémon summoned by  to create wind for Ash and, but their combined  was too much for them and sent them blasting off.

Minor appearances
A Fletchling appeared in Lumiose City Pursuit!.

A Fletchling appeared in A Jolting Switcheroo!.

Five Fletchling appeared in Awakening the Sleeping Giant!.

A 's Fletchling appeared in A Battle by Any Other Name!.

Multiple Fletchling appeared in Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction.

A Trainer's Fletchling appeared in Summer of Discovery!, Day Three Blockbusters!, Foggy Pokémon Orienteering!, and Battling Into the Hall of Fame!, where it was one of the Pokémon that participated in the Pokémon Summer Camp.

A Trainer's Fletchling appeared in Adventures in Running Errands!.

A Trainer's Fletchling appeared in A Performance Pop Quiz!.

Five Fletchling appeared in Seeing the Forest for the Trees!.

Multiple Fletchling appeared in A League of His Own!, where they were released from the inside of a giant, as part of the opening ceremony for the Lumiose Conference.

Multiple Fletchling appeared in Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel as residents of the Nebel Plateau. One Fletchling alerted the group to an that had been injured during an attack by a Pokémon poacher.

A Trainer's Fletchling appeared in The First Day of the Rest of Your Life!.

Four Fletchling appeared in Till We Compete Again!, with two of them under the ownership of a Trainer and the other two being wild.

Four Fletchling appeared during a flashback in The Legend of X, Y, and Z!. One was under the ownership of a Trainer and the other three were wild.

A Fletchling appeared in Lillie's Egg-xhilarating Challenge!, where it was among the Pokémon playing in 's garden. It appeared again in The Ol' Raise and Switch!.

A Fletchling appeared in Lulled to La-La Land! during a fantasy.

Seven Fletchling appeared in Treasure Hunt, Akala Style!

Multiple Fletchling appeared in Deceiving Appearances!, where they were among the Pokémon seen at Aether Paradise. Some of them appeared again in Don't Ignore the Small Stufful!.

Three Fletchling appeared in Tasting the Bitter with the Sweet!, with one appearing in a flashback.

A Trainer's Fletchling appeared in Dummy, You Shrunk the Kids!.

Two Trainers' Fletchling appeared in Securing the Future!, where they joined the rest of Alola in showering with light so it could return to its.

Multiple Fletchling appeared in Chasing Memories, Creating Dreams!. Many of them flew off as and his  got near them, whilst one remained and watched before flying off as well.

A Fletchling appeared in The Battlefield of Truth and Love!, where it was among the Pokémon watching and  put on a performance in their hot springs.

Two Fletchling appeared in Exhibition Unmasked!, with one under the ownership of a Trainer and the other being wild.

A appeared in A Festival Reunion!, where it was among the Pokémon caught by Goh while in Kalos. Four additional Fletchling also appeared in the episode. Goh's Fletchling has since made further appearances in Pokémon Journeys: The Series.

In the Pokémon Adventures manga
owns a female Fletchling nicknamed Fletchy, which first appeared in PS549. She was seen with her as Y tried convincing  to get out of his house. She later evolved during a against several s that were being controlled by Celosia's.

A Fletchling appeared in a flashback in Pinsir Glares.

A Fletchling appeared in Chesnaught Protects as a resident of the Pokémon Village.

Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U
Fletchling appears as a summon. It jumps around and s opponents. It can fly to reach nearby platforms or come back to the stage if needed.

Trophy information
NA: ''These Normal/Flying-type Pokémon are a popular choice with trainers, thanks to their beautiful voices and friendly personalities. They're found all over the cities of the Kalos region. They are quite territorial, however, and aren't afraid to use Peck on anyone who trespasses.''

PAL: ''Fletchling, the Tiny Robin Pokémon. This Normal- and Flying- Pokémon is often seen in cities in the Kalos region. It's popular with trainers due to its friendly personality and beautiful voice. However, they can be very territorial, and if you bring one out in battle, it won't hesitate to use Peck on one of your opponents.''

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Fletchling returns as a Pokémon summoned from the Poké Ball, retaining the same behavior from the previous game.

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Trivia

 * Fletchling is the only regional bird Pokémon to have its primary type changed upon evolution.
 * Fletchling was designed by Saya Tsuruta.

Origin
Fletchling seems to be based on a. Its tail design and name might suggest that it was also based in part on an arrow.

Name origin
Fletchling may be a combination of ', ', and .

Yayakoma may be a combination of 矢 ya (arrow), 稚児 yayako (baby), and 駒鳥 komadori.

Related articles

 * Ash's Fletchling
 * Fletchy