Can you breed a shiny charmander?

You can't breed a shiny Charmander in the traditional sense. Breeding in Pokemon games involves two Pokemon of the same species, and while the offspring might inherit some traits, shininess is not one of them.

However, you can increase your chances of encountering a shiny Charmander in the following ways:

* Masuda Method: This involves breeding two Pokemon from different regions (e.g., one from North America and one from Europe). This significantly increases the chances of encountering a shiny offspring.

* Shiny Charm: This item, obtainable in certain games, further boosts the chances of encountering a shiny Pokemon.

* Chain Fishing/Battling: In some games, catching multiple Pokemon of the same species or battling them consecutively will increase the odds of encountering a shiny.

So, while you can't directly breed a shiny Charmander, you can take steps to improve your odds of encountering one in the wild. Good luck on your shiny hunt!