Charmander, known as "Hitokage" in Japanese, is a Fire-type Pokémon from the popular anime series Pocket Monsters, also known as Pokémon. It is one of the original starter Pokémon offered to new trainers in the Kanto region. Charmander is characterized by its orange skin and the flame that burns at the tip of its tail. As it grows, it evolves into Charmeleon and eventually into the powerful Charizard. In the series, Charmander often displays a courageous and loyal personality, forming strong bonds with its trainers.