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Gen VII: Pokémon Sun and Moon (New info Post #5834)
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Fun Fact: For my first Gen 6 game i went with a female avatar because I guessed (correctly) that there would be more outfit choices than for the guys.
So, on the topic of new typings and mega evolutions, there's an idea I want to put out there for a category of typing we've never seen and probably will never happen, but no one ever talks about so I thought I'd bring it up.
The Eeveelutions are, of course, some of the most popular pokemon. They probably will get Megas at somepoin, and the question is what they'll look like after that. Will they keep their typings? Add a normal type? I think mega-eeveelutions would be a perfect way to introduce a new kind of typing: dual-type monotype.
Basically, Mega-flareon for example would become Fire/Fire type. All weaknesses are 4x, yes, but all resistances are too, and the STAB bonus on Fire-type moves would be insane. While maybe not the most competitively viable idea, I think this is an interesting concept that could be used past the mega-eeveelutions (if or when we get those) and would add a new dynamic to some pokemon. Add in some abilities that reduce damage done by moves you are quad-weak to, and it could make things very interesting.
I doubt they'll use that hear, but it could be really cool if they did, and it would be a way to have "monotype" pokemon that don't feel like "oh great, another pure water" but that add something new to the formula.
Basically, Mega-flareon for example would become Fire/Fire type. All weaknesses are 4x, yes, but all resistances are too, and the STAB bonus on Fire-type moves would be insane. While maybe not the most competitively viable idea, I think this is an interesting concept that could be used past the mega-eeveelutions (if or when we get those) and would add a new dynamic to some pokemon. Add in some abilities that reduce damage done by moves you are quad-weak to, and it could make things very interesting.
I doubt they'll use that hear, but it could be really cool if they did, and it would be a way to have "monotype" pokemon that don't feel like "oh great, another pure water" but that add something new to the formula.
The problem with that is that it's literally impossible to get a dual typing of the same type - Fire/Fire would become pure Fire, for example.
On the topic about customization, I will likely not even bother about it.
If I'm not mistaken, some monotype Pokémon are actually dual-types with two identical typings. For example, Mega Aggron is actually Steel/Steel, which automatically translates into just Steel.
They could still change how this mechanic works, though.
How is it impossible to have dual typing of the same type? Using Fire as an example:
- Mono Fire
- 2x weak to Water, Rock, Ground
- 2x resist to Grass, Bug, Fire
- 1.5x Bonus on fire-type moves
- Fire/Fire
- 4x weak to Water, Rock, Ground
- 4x resist to Grass, Bug, Fire
- 2x or 2.25x Bonus on fire-type moves (depending on how the mechanic works, if it multiplies by 1.5 twice or just doubles instead)
Yeah, if that's what Siggu was saying and I misunderstood the "that is that it's literally impossible to get a dual typing of the same type" comment, it's a mechanic that doesn't seem to hard to fix.
I understand what you're saying, but what would determine which Pokemon get the duel monotype over just the regular? Or would it be all?
The intro to this would probably be Mega-eeveelutions, which would have dual of whatever their type is.
Aside from that, they could have Pokemon that are extremely water based or fire based, where it would be water/water or fire/fire. It would just be another potential type combo for pokemon to have, similar to if they introduced an electric/poison or fire/ice. It would just be "oh, hey, Aqualis is a water/water type" but there'd still be regular monotypes.
I see some good things about this and some flaws with this, however, for better or for worse I don't see this ever happening.
You know what I expect for an Eevee mega evolution? Just that, Eevee getting a mega. This could create a reason to keep it unevolved, and create that mythical normal type evolution everyone thought Sylveon would be before Fairy was announced. There's a lot of possibilites of giving plain old Eevee a mega, here's some...
My favorite design overall. It captures all of Eevee's current evolutions, although it does lean towards Espeon, and looks awesome.
Closer to the original design, but fluffier. I like it.
Okay this one is horrible but I need to share how horrible it is. 10/10 would add stripes again.
Rawwrrr, hydra!
My favorite design overall. It captures all of Eevee's current evolutions, although it does lean towards Espeon, and looks awesome.
Closer to the original design, but fluffier. I like it.
Okay this one is horrible but I need to share how horrible it is. 10/10 would add stripes again.
Rawwrrr, hydra!
lopunny can be male
I think he meant a different male form, ala gardevoir and gallade.
I JUST REMEMBERED D: It was kind of a slow-burning thing, but I have another reason to add to my "I am sad Z isn't happening" list.
http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Kalos_Route_7
If you visit Route 7 in Kalos after dusk, the river will be illuminated. Almost like they forgot to turn on the night-time shaders for that specific asset in that specific location. I really wanted to know if GF would fix this in a second version, but alas ;_;
Bring on SM, I suppose... *grumble* *literally unplayable*
http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Kalos_Route_7
If you visit Route 7 in Kalos after dusk, the river will be illuminated. Almost like they forgot to turn on the night-time shaders for that specific asset in that specific location. I really wanted to know if GF would fix this in a second version, but alas ;_;
Bring on SM, I suppose... *grumble* *literally unplayable*
For the love of God, no more pre evolutions nor baby mons, we don't need that shit anymore, they are a waste of dex space and can make breeding hell.
Also there shouldn't be an eevee mega Evo, I'm in for an eevee evolution, but not a mega Evo of a non evolved mon with branched evolution... That kinda breaks the whole deal of final stage.
I just hope they don't fuck with that on the next gen.
Also there shouldn't be an eevee mega Evo, I'm in for an eevee evolution, but not a mega Evo of a non evolved mon with branched evolution... That kinda breaks the whole deal of final stage.
I just hope they don't fuck with that on the next gen.
Tone down the wishlisting slightly, please. "I'd like an evolution of _____" is literally the epitome of what NOT to post in here. I was about to say we used it as an example in the OI rules thread, but it seems that was for abilities instead. Anyway, wishlisting should be exercised with great caution.
Yeah, just be sure to keep your Obsidian Jaguar far away from Water or Ground types, even if it has Filter as the hidden ability!
Hasn't this been posted already? Twice?Guys! 100% real footage of a fight between Rowlet and Litten has been released. Here it is!
Has it? Ugh... I still think it's worth seeing again nonetheless.
The gif is everywhere. I've seen it at least 10 times now.
Rowlett used Peck!Guys! 100% real footage of a fight between Rowlet and Litten has been released. Here it is!
Litten used Scratch!
Unfortunately, Pikachu has a point. If you don't yet your owlbear, you'll riot. But if they DO an owlbear D&D might riot, unless they can somehow avoid doing any merchandise (good luck on them ignoring the demand if it takes off!!)!
Not a good position for Game Freak to be in!
Or a regional wolf. Now THAT would be mixing things up!
http://www.serebii.net/sunmoonpokenchi.jpg
new hp bar; there’s bystanders visible in certain battles
new hp bar; there’s bystanders visible in certain battles
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