Pokemon Scarlet and Violet are the first big step into the ninth generation of Pokemon. With the previous three entries, Sword/Shield, Arceus, and Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl, all being wildly different games, Scarlet and Violet seem to be stepping forward with a little bit of everything in mind.
So far, we have officially seen the three starter Pokemon, some of the early critters, and of course, the box legendary Pokemon. In terms of gameplay, it looks like the open world of Legends Arceus is not only back but getting an upgrade too, including many sought-after features like true multiplayer and an even further expanded open world.
One thing that we've definitely seen a lot of in recent weeks has been leakers who are sharing different pieces of information on what they've seen in leaked copies, including gameplay elements, new Pokemon, their typings, and battle mechanics that are new to Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. A lot of these leaks come from Riddler Khu or are passed through CentroLeaks on Twitter.
The rumors that we're discussing below all have the potential to contain massive spoilers for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. If you don't want to have information about the game coming up, then click away right now! Maybe instead take a look at what Pokemon HAVE been officially announced.
If you're interested in catching these leaks as soon as they crop up, then you can also check out CentroLeaks on Twitter.
Welcome to the World of Pokemon. While we don't know the name of the region, the leakers have stated the following about the region that we'll be exploring.
The Gyms of the region can be done in any order, but there is no scaling to your level, so you might get in a situation where you're far too powerful for a gym. These Gym leaders will have second jobs that are related to their typings. So far we know that one is a Skier (Ice), and another is a Streamer (Electric?). As well as traditional Gyms, there will also be a classic Elite Four, one of whom is apparently a child.
Pokemon Picnic is the Scarlet and Violet equivalent to Pokemon-Amie/Pokemon Camp. While at the Picnic, you can look after and wash your Pokemon; not all Pokemon like being washed through. Washing a Pokemon will restore its HP and increase its friendship values. This is also how you will obtain Pokemon Eggs.
There will be an auction house where different items will go on sale that you will have to outbid other NPCs. This feature seems similar to the auction house from Wind Waker. One of the known items that will be included at this auction is the Rotom Catalogue. There is no new Rotom form in Scarlet and Violet, but apparently, it was considered at one time.
Multiplayer where up to four trainers can explore the same world will be possible in both online and local play.
Some new Pokemon based on leaked screenshots include:
Current word is that there will only be two regional forms in total.
While it's likely that this means the whole evolutionary line is also out, only specific Pokemon were cited to not be in the game. The listed Pokemon below are specifically those that were named.
In Riddler Khu's words, there will be at least four waifumons and "many Husbandomon too". This is likely referring to the more human-looking Pokemon.
There will be new types of Pokemon that will be devolved or evolved versions of Pokemon. This isn't a regional variant but is going to be relevant to the theme of the future and past of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. These Pokemon will have their own place in the Pokedex. The Past Paradox Pokemon will be exclusive to Scarlet, while the Future Paradox Pokemon will be exclusive to Violet.
These Past/Future Pokemon will appear alongside their present-day counterparts. They have their own names/numbers in the Pokedex. Current word is that there will be 8-9 Future Species. You will encounter them at the endgame area.
Past Paradox Pokemon (Exclusive to Scarlet)
Future Paradox Pokemon (Exclusive to Violet)
Gallade (Will have combined elements of Gallade and Gardevoir and will be based on an archer)
Some legendary Pokemon will be getting ancient/future species, but there's a question at this time if that will be saved for DLC/Events.
There will be two Pokemon that will be both a future AND an ancient species. One is Volcarona; the other will be a Gen 2 Pokemon.
Salamance will be one of the pseudo-legendary Pokemon that gets either an Ancient or Future species. There's no word which type it will be or which other pseudo-legendary will obtain a new form. Convergent Species
Another new type of Pokemon will be Convergent Species. These evolved differently, creating massive differences in their paths.
Another new mechanic for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet is the Crystallization mechanic. Using an item, not too dissimilar from the Z crystals and megastones but may be consumed upon use, the Pokemon will get a crystal shell around them. Once in this mode, it will boost a specific type of move. It allows them to get STAB on moves other than what they would normally be able to.
The Pokemon using this mechanic will obtain the positive effect of a typing, the STAB capability, but will not inherit its weaknesses. Unlike Gigantamax or Mega Evolutions, which occur for a limited time, this would be active until they're returned to the ball or the battle's conclusion.
From all of the leaks so far, assuming they are true, we know about the following:
If the 120-140 number is to be believed, even with all of these leaks, we're only halfway through what will be revealed.
What do you think of the above leaks? Which do you think are true? Have any been debunked that we missed?
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