History FanonPokedex / Squirtle

Members of this line possess an omnivorous diet, which features a heavy carnivorous slant in the younger forms that transitions into a slight herbivorous slant in the final form. All stages of this line are known to regularly exhibit piscivorous and molluscivorous behaviors and to feed upon aquatic arthropods, which appears to have a connection with the concentration of metallic compounds within later forms of this line. Individuals from this line are also known to feed on other creatures, with individuals living in rivers and lakes observed to feed on terrestrial arthropodal prey, and when conventional prey sources are less common, other terrestrial creatures such as {{FanonPokedex/Ratatta}}. Individuals are also known to occasionally [[AntiAir down avian prey with bursts of water]], though this behavior is rare outside of a population of creatures from this line living around the Sevii Islands. Individuals from this line have been recorded regularly consuming plant matter encountered within both terrestrial and aquatic environments, which forms the bulk of its final stage’s diet.

Unsurprisingly, Squirtle continues to enjoy a massive presence in human media, including in a wide variety of works targeting children. Examples of such media include a long-running collection of morning cartoon series revolving around a [[TeenageMutantNinjaTurtles band of martial artist Squirtle]] acting as agents of justice, the use of Squirtle in a modern parable regarding resisting authoritarianism within a work by a much-celebrated children’s book author, and as the mayor of a town populated by sentient Pokémon within [[VideoGame/AnimalCrossing a series of social simulation video games]]. A handful of less sympathetic depictions of creatures from this line exist, including the use of creatures from this line as [[{{Mooks}} common enemies]] in [[Franchise/SuperMarioBros a truly gargantuan series of platforming games and its various spin-offs]].

Members of this line possess an omnivorous diet, which features a heavy carnivorous slant in the younger forms that transitions into a slight herbivorous slant in the final form. All stages of this line are known to regularly exhibit piscivorous and molluscivorous behaviors and to feed upon aquatic arthropods, which appears to have a connection with the concentration of metallic compounds within later forms of this line. Individuals from this line are also known to feed on other creatures, with individuals living in rivers and lakes observed to feed on terrestrial arthropodal prey, and when conventional prey sources are less common, other terrestrial creatures such as {{FanonPokedex/Rattata}}. Individuals are also known to occasionally [[AntiAir down avian prey with bursts of water]], though this behavior is rare outside of a population of creatures from this line living around the Sevii Islands. Individuals from this line have been recorded regularly consuming plant matter encountered within both terrestrial and aquatic environments, which forms the bulk of its final stage’s diet.

[-Written by Tropers/TracerBullet.-]

Unsurprisingly, Squirtle continues to enjoy a massive presence in human media, including in a wide variety of works targeting children. Examples of such media include a long-running collection of morning cartoon series revolving around a [[TeenageMutantNinjaTurtles band of martial artist Squirtle]] acting as agents of justice, the use of Squirtle in a modern parable regarding resisting authoritarianism within a work by a much-celebrated children’s book author, and as the mayor of a town populated by sentient Pokémon within [[AnimalCrossing a series of social simulation video games]]. A handful of less sympathetic depictions of creatures from this line exist, including the use of creatures from this line as [[{{Mooks}} common enemies]] in [[Franchise/SuperMarioBros a truly gargantuan series of platforming games and its various spin-offs]].

Unsurprisingly, Squirtle continues to enjoy a massive presence in human media, including in a wide variety of works targeting children. Examples of such media include a long-running collection of morning cartoon series revolving around a [[TeenageMutantNinjaTurtles band of martial artist Squirtle]] acting as agents of justice, the use of Squirtle in a modern parable regarding resisting authoritarianism within a work by a much-celebrated children’s book author, and as the mayor of a town populated by sentient Pokémon within [[AnimalCrossing a series of social simulation video games]]. A handful of less sympathetic depictions of creatures from this line exist, including the use of creatures from this line as common enemies in a truly gargantuan series of platforming games and its various spin-offs.

One of the defining features of these creatures’ biology is their possession of bladders capable of storing volumes of water and expelling amounts in pressurized bursts. Individuals in all stages are capable of expelling jets of water from this bladder from their mouths, and individuals that have attained the Blastoise stage are further capable of expelling bursts from two retractable “cannons” from their shells. The water in this bladder also appears to play a further role of ballast, especially among members of the first two lines, individuals that have water bladders illicitly modified to be larger via surgery are known to occasionally have difficulties while swimming.

Unsurprisingly, Squirtle continues to enjoy a massive presence in human media, including in a wide variety of works targeting children. Examples of such media include a long-running collection of morning cartoon series revolving around a [[TeenageMutantNinjaTurtles band of martial artist Squirtle]] acting as agents of justice, the use of Squirtle in a modern parable regarding resisting authoritarianism within a work by a much-celebrated children’s book author, and as the mayor of a town populated by sentient Pokémon within a series of social simulation video games. A handful of less sympathetic depictions of creatures from this line exist, including the use of creatures from this line as common enemies in a truly gargantuan series of platforming games and its various spin-offs.

The final stage of this line, Blastoise, typically stands 160 centimeters tall upright, and weighs in at approximately 85 kilograms. Blastoise possesses the most dramatically divergent appearance from its youngest counterparts. One of the most immediately visible changes is in the structure of its shell. Although at a cursory glance, Blastoise’s pattern on its upper shell has remained virtually unchanged, closer examination will reveal that two of the uppermost plates have been modified in order to accommodate two retractable, vaguely cannon-like structures made composed of bones incorporating high levels of metallic compounds. Blastoise possesses plates on the underside of its shell, that unlike both of its prior forms, have a horizontally banded arrangement, and similarly, possesses a unique rim structure, which incorporates the openings in the shell for this creature’s arms. Other anatomical changes exhibited by Blastoise include a radically divergent head structure, with a jaw and snout more akin to a short, squarish crocodilian jaw than those possessed by Blastoise’s earlier forms, with a lower jaw colored similarly to the plates on the underside of its shell, a short, horizontally-oriented tail, and hands with 3 clawed digits, and feet with 3 claws and a prominent spur on its heel. Blastoise’s hide also exhibits significant alterations, with all regions other than its lower jaw covered in a deep blue hide, with regions on its arms and kneecaps giving an appearance akin to armored plating.

Most individuals appear to have what appears to be a “fight or flight” response that enables wounded individuals to expel larger amounts of water when fatigued or wounded. A small number of individuals do not appear to expel notably larger amounts of water even under this response, though appear to exhibit mild regenerative capabilities when in prolonged contact with sources of water.

Members of this line possess an omnivorous diet, which possesses a heavy carnivorous slant in the younger forms that transitions into a slight herbivorous slant in the final form. All stages of this line are known to regularly exhibit piscivorous and molluscivorous behaviors and to feed upon aquatic arthropods, which appears to have a connection with the concentration of metallic compounds within later forms of this line. Individuals from this line are also known to feed on other creatures, with individuals living in rivers and lakes observed to feed on terrestrial arthropodal prey, and when conventional prey sources are less common, other terrestrial creatures such as Ratatta. Individuals are also known to occasionally down avian prey with bursts of water, though this behavior is rare outside of a population of creatures from this line living around the Sevii Islands. Individuals from this line have been recorded regularly consuming plant matter encountered within both terrestrial and aquatic environments, which forms the bulk of its final stage’s diet.

Unsurprisingly, Squirtle continues to enjoy a massive presence in human media, including in a wide variety of works targeting children. Examples of such media include a long-running collection of morning cartoon series revolving around a band of martial artist Squirtle acting as agents of justice, the use of Squirtle in a modern parable regarding resisting authoritarianism within a work by a much-celebrated children’s book author, and as the mayor of a town populated by sentient Pokémon within a series of social simulation video games. A handful of less sympathetic depictions of creatures from this line exist, including the use of creatures from this line as common enemies in a truly gargantuan series of platforming games and its various spin-offs.

[-See other entries [[ThePokedexExtendedFanonEdition HERE]]-]

[++Squirtle Line++]

* Squirtle [#007]
* Wartortle [#008]
* Blastoise [#009]

All members of the Squirtle line resemble bipedal turtles. Upon reaching the Blastoise stage, two growths resembling metal cannons have grown out of the creature's shell. These seemed to be formed out of natural iron consumed over the Blastoise's lifetime.

The ''Squirtle'' line's body is actually, on average, less dense than water, making them natural floaters. To dive for hunting and protection, they fill an internal ballast bladder with water. Powerful muscles enable them to use this sac as the source for a powerful jet of water. Squirtle is usually bright blue/light blue with a smooth, hard orange shell, although darker coloured specimens with green shells have been observed.

Wartortle is significantly larger than the Squirtle form, with fluffy ears and a fluffy tail. Urban legend suggests that Wartortle can live for thousands of years; in reality, they spend an average amount of time for a Pokémon in this form. Wartortle are significantly darker than Squirtle, although rarely, variants with similar green shells to their Squirtle forms and lighter skin appear. While growing bigger, Wartortle also sports feather-like "ears" and tail, which possibly helps maintain their balance in high-speed swims.

Blastoise's form is significantly larger again than both its previous stage, standing almost as tall as an average adult human. Its shell has darkened to a muddy brown, and its skin is a slightly lighter blue than its Wartortle form. Mutants that reach maturity turn pink. The strange lightening and darkening of the Squirtle line's skin is related to their migrations in the wild (see below). Blastoise' most impressive feature are the incredibly powerful cannon-like structures on its back, capable of shooting jets of water that can punch holes in steel sheets. These rely on disproportionately large water bladders, which also act as weights to counteract the cannons' immense recoil. The weight of the cannons and the water bladders mean Blastoise are not as fast swimmers as their previous forms; some specimens have been known to sink because of illegal surgeries performed by their Trainers to make their water bladders hold more liquid.

When a Squirtle evolves, feather-like fins grow on the sides of its head as its tail also grows and becomes fur like. When a Wartortle evolves into a Blastoise, the metamorphosis is more pronounced. As it grows larger and larger, its ears and tail lose the feather-like appearance and gains large pipe-like protrusions. Professor Rowan, renowned professor in the field of Pokémon evolution, suggests that its possibly a sort of set of protruding, hardened, dead and iron-enriched hollow bones, though no one is exactly sure how the process even works or what those pipes are even made of.

The Squirtle line are migratory ocean-dwellers, spending cold months in the warm southern shores or secluded ocean islands of Kanto and Hoenn, and migrating in the warm months to the north to feed in the rich seas around Sinnoh. The most likely place to find them is in Kanto, and even there, they are scarce. Domestic species are normally found in brackish waters near the coast where they seek food in the lean warm months.

In the wild, mature Blastoise migrate north with baby Squirtle every year to keep them in rich feeding waters while they grow. The melatonin glands in their skin respond by producing less melatonin, which keeps their skin a bright color. When they go south as Wartortle, their skin darkens in response to the sunnier conditions. When they migrate north again as Blastoise, the melatonin glands begin to shrivel and die, having served their purpose, leaving mature adults a median blue colour.

The Squirtle line eats primarily fish, shellfish, aquatic invertebrates and water plants but in lean times, will venture onto land to eat fruits, berries, nuts and even smaller creatures.

TRAINER'S NOTE: As a treat, these Pokémon enjoy live prey- the aforementioned fish and shellfish- which may seem cruel to some, but has the benefits of providing exercise and combat practice.

Due to their durable shells, the line finds no threat in the presence of humans.

Unless provoked, the species is actually more dangerous when displaying affection- as their shells lead them to overestimate a Trainer's sturdiness, a playful tackle may knock one breathless or leave bruises.

Aggravated Blastoise can cause severe property damage, but they are generally placid.

TRAINER'S NOTE: Domesticated members of the Squirtle line need to be introduced to friends and family quickly, and assured they are friends of their Trainer. Otherwise, gestures that they may interpret as an attack on their Trainer- from playful punches in the arm to running hugs or "glomps"- can provoke them to respond with all the force they can muster to defend their trainer from the perceived threat. In the case of Squirtles, this can be as mild as a firehose-force dousing or a few bites. In the case of Blastoise, tragic misunderstandings have resulted in several instances of a well-meaning pet killing or maiming friends.

Similar to rams and deer, two competing males shoot continuous streams of water at the other, the streams colliding. When one overpowers the other, either through toppling or outlasting the opponent, the stronger male is proven.

The ''Squirtle'' line's body is actually, on average, less dense than water, making them natural floaters. To dive for hunting and protection, they fill an internal ballast bladder with water. Powerful muscles enable them to use this sac as the source for a powerful jet of water. Squirtle is usually bright blue with an orange shell, although darker coloured specimens with green shells have been observed.

Wartortle is significantly larger than the Squirtle form, with fluffy ears and a fluffy tail. Urban legend suggests that Wartortle can live for thousands of years; in reality, they spend an average amount of time for a Pokemon in this form. Wartortle are significantly darker than Squirtle, although rarely, mutants with similar green shells to their Squirtle forms and lighter skin appear. While growing bigger, Wartortle also sports feather-like "ears" and tail, which possibly helps maintain their balance in high-speed swims.

Blastoise's form is significantly larger again than both its previous stage, standing almost as tall as an average adult human. Its shell has darkened to a muddy brown, and its skin is a slightly lighter blue than its Wartortle form. Mutants that reach maturity turn pink. The strange lightening and darkening of the Squirtle line's skin is related to their migrations in the wild (see below). Blastoise' most impressive feature are the incredibly powerful cannon-like structures on its back, capable of shooting jets of water that can punch holes in steel sheets. These rely on disproportionately large water bladders, which also act as weights to counteract the cannons' immense recoil. The weight of the cannons and the water bladders mean Blastoise are not as fast swimmers as their previous forms; some specimens have been known to sink because of illegal surgeries performed by their trainers to make their water bladders hold more liquid.

When a Squirtle evolves, feather-like fins grow on the sides of its head as its tail also grows and becomes fur like. When a Wartortle evolves into a Blastoise, the metamorphosis is more pronounced. As it grows larger and larger, its ears and tail lose the feather-like appearance and gains large pipe-like protrusions. Professor Rowan, renowned professor in the field of Pokemon evolution, suggests that its possibly a sort of set of protruding, hardened, dead and iron-enriched hollow bones, though no one is exactly sure how the process even works or what those pipes are even made of.

The Squirtle line are migratory ocean-dwellers, spending cold months in the warm southern shores of Kanto and Hoenn, and migrating in the warm months to the north to feed in the rich seas around Sinnoh. Domestic species are normally found in brackish waters near the coast where they seek food in the lean warm months.

The Squirtle line eats primarily fish and shellfish, but in lean times, will venture onto land to eat fruits, berries, nuts and even smaller creatures.

TRAINER'S NOTE: As a treat, these pokemon enjoy live prey- the aforementioned fish and shellfish- which may seem cruel to some, but has the benefits of providing exercise and combat practice.

TRAINER'S NOTE: Domesticated members of the Squirtle line need to be introduced to friends and family quickly, and assured they are friends of their trainer. Otherwise, gestures that they may interpret as an attack on their trainer- from playful punches in the arm to running hugs or "glomps"- can provoke them to respond with all the force they can muster to defend their trainer from the perceived threat. In the case of Squirtles, this can be as mild as a firehose-force dousing or a few bites. In the case of Blastoises, tragic misunderstandings have resulted in several instances of a well-meaning pet killing or maiming friends.

[[quoteright:300:http://static.tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pub/images/squirtlestuff_6998.jpg]]

When a Squirtle evolves, feather-like fins grow on the sides of its head as its tail also grows and becomes fur like. When a Wartortle evolves into a Blastoise, the metamorphosis is more pronounced. As it grows larger and larger, its ears and tail lose the feather-like appearance and gains large pipe-like protrusions, possibly a sort of set of hardened and dead iron-rich bones though no one is sure how the process even works or what those pipes are even made of.

The Squirtle line's body is actually, on average, less dense than water, making them natural floaters. To dive for hunting and protection, they fill an internal ballast bladder with water. Powerful muscles enable them to use this sac as the source for a powerful jet of water. Squirtle is usually bright blue with an orange shell, although darker coloured specimens with green shells have been observed.

The Wartortle form is significantly larger than the Squirtle form, with fluffy ears and a fluffy tail. Urban legend suggests that Wartortle can live for thousands of years; in reality, they spend an average amount of time for a Pokemon in this form. Wartortle are significantly darker than Squirtle, although rarely, mutants with similar green shells to their Squirtle forms and lighter skin appear.

The Blastoise form is significantly larger again than its previous stage, standing almost as tall as an average adult human. Its shell has darkened to a muddy brown, and its skin is a slightly lighter blue than its Wartortle form. Mutants that reach maturity turn pink. The strange lightnening and darkening of the Squirtle line's skin is related to their migrations in the wild (see below). Blastoise' most impressive feature are the incredibly powerful cannonlike structures on its back, capable of shooting jets of water that can punch holes in steel sheets. These rely on disproportionately large water bladders, which also act as weights to counteract the cannons' immense recoil. The weight of the cannons and the water bladders mean Blastoise are not as fast swimmers as their previous forms; some specimens have been known to sink because of illegal surgeries performed by their trainers to make their water bladders hold more liquid.

TODO: detail evolution

* Squirtle [007]
* Wartortle [008]
* Blastoise [009]

All members of the Squirtle line resemble bipedal turtles. Upon reaching the Blastoise stage, two growths resembling metal cannons have grown out of the creature's shell.

The Squirtle line's body is actually, on average, less dense than water, making them natural floaters. To dive for hunting and protection, they fill an internal ballast bladder with water. Powerful muscles enable them to use this sac as the source for a powerful jet of water.

Estuaries, river deltas, and other brackish environments. Squirtle and Wartortle will often venture upstream to hunt or play, while Blastoise retreat into deeper water when not rearing young.

Primarily fish.

All members of the Squirtle line resemble bipedal turtles. Upon reaching the Blastoise stage, two growths resembling metal cannons have grown out of the creatures shell.

TODO: descriptions

Click the edit button to start this new page.