Pokémon Legends: Z-a Starters: Our Top 3 Predictions!
Pokémon Legends: Z-A Starters: Predicting the Next Generation
Pokémon Legends: Z-A is almost here! This highly anticipated game will set the stage for new battles and is already getting everyone extremely excited, especially considering that previous titles have already raised the expectations enormously! And one of the biggest questions already surrounds those very important starting Pokémon! It’s already extremely clear: the classic Fire, Water, Grass type trio remains in Legends: Z-A—but there are already plenty of clues regarding which particular Pokémon might show up.
The game's setting within the Kalos region (from Pokémon X and Y) makes Kalos regional variants for already-existing starters likely; following Legends: Arceus’s approach: this method selects starters from previous generations instead of using Kalos region Pokémon.
Because Kalos is based on France, these starters would likely align thematically with French culture or history; making all of these previous and newer game details very valuable information that would influence and potentially even dictate what these final starting Pokemon might possibly become. This article looks at our top three predictions and examines some evidence pointing toward their likely inclusion within Legends: Z-A!
Our Top 3 Predictions for Pokémon Legends: Z-A Starters
Grass Starter: Snivy (Pokémon Black & White)
Snivy, the Gen 5 Grass-type starter, makes for a perfect fit for several reasons: it aligns strongly with the French theme. Its final evolution, Serperior, totally embodies regal European design elements; including that prominent fleur-de-lis—that classic French symbol—adorning its collar!
Ken Sugimori confirmed Serperior's inspiration came from Lady Oscar (from The Rose of Versailles), a French historical fiction manga! That totally amazing lineage from a respected artist made Serperior's design even stronger. The choice isn't merely arbitrary! This makes a powerful connection! A Kalos regional variant could potentially add further French connections through just a color change (like Typhlosion in Legends: Arceus); or with a whole new look. This is a huge chance. This selection is based upon both solid evidence and potential reasoning!
Water Starter: Piplup (Pokémon Diamond & Pearl)
Piplup’s final evolution, Empoleon, is another great contender! It’s a total nod to Napoleon Bonaparte, that famous French emperor, coupled with the frills around its neck (resembling that military gear in Napoleon’s era) making it strongly thematically appropriate and is something that can be examined closely.
Piplup is insanely popular within Gen 4, adding to that increased potential, because using more well-known and beloved Pokemon from past games is an obvious selection strategy, that would almost be certain for success. While Empoleon lacks a Mega Evolution, it increases the chance for adding one here. Even a more striking visual design makes it into another perfect fit; enhancing what had already been made in prior generations of Pokemon games.
Fire Starter: Torchic (Pokémon Ruby & Sapphire)
Our top pick? Torchic! Its evolution, Blaziken, subtly references that national French symbol—the Gallic rooster. Its fighting style, possibly inspired by Muay Thai (a martial art potentially brought to France during WWI) totally enhances the game's French themes. That very likely inspiration creates the chance to totally re-imagine Blaziken— its Kalos variant might possibly incorporate colors like green, blue, and brighter red/orange shades; increasing its association to that famous symbol; making Blaziken even more memorable.
A big hint towards the final starter Pokemon includes those earlier reveals in the trailer. A Reddit post by Canadian_Eevee shows Torchic, Snivy, and Piplup hanging out with Legends: Arceus' starters, hinting towards their future potential in a rather obvious manner; an obvious hint which most fans readily recognize.
Conclusion: Excitement Builds for the Pokémon Legends: Z-A Starter Reveal
Snivy, Piplup, and Torchic are extremely likely options as starters for Legends: Z-A; it’s already quite easy to believe this based upon all available information and various hints and speculation! These Pokemon all align perfectly with France's themes. These potential selections might also show new potential for evolving prior generation Pokemon that have long histories already. That Reddit trailer “Easter egg” increases its validity! We have extremely high expectations based upon those great moments provided in Arceus. And while Game Freak is known for pulling surprises from left field; we’re excited!
We simply can't wait to find out what Pokémon awaits, for certain! This moment when these three are revealed remains an absolutely huge event for many people involved. No matter what happens; getting involved for this entire series means plenty of things for everyone: There’s just something to look forward to, always. This entire universe has such impressive longevity and continued popularity—this selection of the next set of starter Pokemon marks another amazing event for the players; showcasing what fans will likely look for as the next evolution within this series!
