I wouldn't call it a waste of space. It would have been cooler if it were a new Pokemon, but we haven't even seen what exactly Newmew does yet. For all we know, it could redistribute the stats, or it could even be given a new subtype. It still has the potential to do some really cool things. I know forms aren't popular, but they can do some pretty interesting things to Pokemon and really make them unique. Sky Shaymin is an example of that, because it gave Shaymin a new type, and even boosted it up a little bit. A new Pokemon or an evolution would be ideal, but forms aren't as evil as everyone seems to think. It's only a change in design and a change in stats and movepool, and a completely optional one at that. In fact, forms are easier than evolution in a lot of cases because you don't have to use an everstone or press B. You can just choose not to use the form.
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Prof Gallows
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Exactly. Forms are completely optional. If you don't like it, then you aren't being forced to use it.
But then again, I'm going to mention that this is Mewtwo we're talking about. The chances of being able to even get one are pretty slim outside of trading over, if that's possible, or distributing events.
It's not really that big of a deal considering this is a legendary pokemon being effected. Which means in most wifi competitions it'll be banned. But in casual fights and the story I can see how it would be interesting. but still, eh.
I just wanna see some new pokemon.
But then again, I'm going to mention that this is Mewtwo we're talking about. The chances of being able to even get one are pretty slim outside of trading over, if that's possible, or distributing events.
It's not really that big of a deal considering this is a legendary pokemon being effected. Which means in most wifi competitions it'll be banned. But in casual fights and the story I can see how it would be interesting. but still, eh.
I just wanna see some new pokemon.
Trent the Paladin
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I'm mostly curious as to why Mewtwo is getting a new form now, what brought that on and whether he'll play a large part in X and Y. But new Pokemon is a must at this point, really would like to see some more.
Prof Gallows
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It's more a connection from B/W to X/Y.
Mewtwo's form has something to do with Genesect, and probably will only be some sort of special pokemon that is important in the movie/small event in X/Y.
I doubt it'll be a big part of the story.
Treasu(red)
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I bet this "Godspeed Mewtwo" is to combat in a highspeed battle with Extreme speed Genesect. Or maybe I'm dreaming.
Lol no I think you're right about that. They want a rival for this "evil" pokemon. I hope we see what genesect really looks like.
Also lets talk about our hopes for the next game like upgrades and renovations. I hope they fix up the PC so I can easily organize my pokemon, fix it so when I capture one it goes to a set box unless its full, and more box space! Transferring Sapphire -> Diamond -> Platinum -> Black (then later White) taught me that I need a lot more boxes. Now most of my collection is lost in Florida somewhere but I still think we need more space. I catch a male and a female of everything if I can.
I played a bit of White 2, like 5 hours of it, and felt like a grumpy old man because I didn't use any new Pokemon.. I mean Emerald and back is all I am familiar with, so I only use them. I'll probably do the same in X and Y since I haven't bought a Pokemon game since Pearl (was fun, but didn't use any new Pokemon other than Porygon Z).
I don't necessarily have a problem with them doing it since it's their game and I have no right to tell them what they should and shouldn't like. I only get irritated when people make claims about how they aren't really Pokemon, or moan about how awful they are without giving substantial back-up. I also hate that a lot of people seem to think that Gen 1 is somehow exempt from criticism.
Not to say that anyone on here is doing that, I want to be clear that most of the Gen 5 critics on here have been respectful about their preferences. I don't want it to make it sound like I'm yelling at anyone, because it's totally cool that you like earlier gens. Just don't use all your energy focusing on the negatives of the new generations, because a lot of people like and enjoy them.
I also think there are several reasons why they gave Mewtwo a new form. Namely, because it's themes have the potential to have cross-generational references. Not only does it fit in with Gen 5's Genesect, and add relevance to the movie, but it also fits in with the DNA theme that I'm assuming Gen 6 will include. That way, it can stay relevant throughout the generations and allow a connection to the past.
Also, what was the biggest criticism with Gen 5? The Pokemon. A lot of people didn't like that Gen 5 only had new Pokemon and didn't include the old ones.(until B/W 2). But it was still about 50/50 in who liked the new Pokemon and didn't. Mewtwo is a very popular Pokemon, and has always had the potential to have additions to it because of it's theme of gene manipulation. So as a throwback to older fans, they decided to add something that both old and new fans can play with. Mewthree has also been something that has been talked about since Gen 1, so this is probably a throwback to that as well.
It's more of me being familiar with the older ones, I tried out some Pokemon in Pearl like Carnivine... and that was just a bad Pokemon really. By the end of the game the only new Pokemon to that game I had was Torterra. But who knows, I missed Black/White and there will be even more new ones in X/Y, so that could change.
I think most of those nostalgia fans really just love the pokemon they grew up with. I mean my first game was Sapphire and I love Gen 3 way better than any other for that. If you check the pokemon I use the most, they're Ralts, Zigzagoon, and Ludicolo. Heck if you gave me the choice between all the legendaries I would pick Kyogre.
I think its fine if someone prefers to not really use the new pokemon, because they can't hate them if they are fighting them every minute. I think the only argument that occurs is when a small amount of nostalgia fans get upset over the new gens and only hate on them. I'm glad no one here is like that but they are on almost any pokemon related site you can find.
Also sorry to anyone who thought my comment about "waste of space" mewthree. I really didn't mean that seriously. I was just expressing how I think a good amount of people would have rather gotten a new pokemon.
I think its fine if someone prefers to not really use the new pokemon, because they can't hate them if they are fighting them every minute. I think the only argument that occurs is when a small amount of nostalgia fans get upset over the new gens and only hate on them. I'm glad no one here is like that but they are on almost any pokemon related site you can find.
Also sorry to anyone who thought my comment about "waste of space" mewthree. I really didn't mean that seriously. I was just expressing how I think a good amount of people would have rather gotten a new pokemon.
Stevey Queen
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Guyz I just found and caught a shiny Ferroseed :')
This is my first shiny that I found randomly and without cheating in years.
I am so happy. Idk what to name it now.
This is my first shiny that I found randomly and without cheating in years.
I am so happy. Idk what to name it now.
Congrats! I would name it "Aka" because when it evolves into Ferrothorn, it gets a red tint.
Isn't that the best feeling though? Nothing beats the feeling of a randomly encountered shiny.
Prof Gallows
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Not sure if anyone has seen it yet, but the US site http://www.pokemon.com/pokemonxy/en-us/
has a video from the movie showing Mewtwo transforming into his new form. Only a couple of seconds, still pretty cool though.
has a video from the movie showing Mewtwo transforming into his new form. Only a couple of seconds, still pretty cool though.
Lol I feel like it doesn't quite fit. He just looks so strange as godspeed.
SYLVEON!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rTyPZGdEyyc&feature=player_embedded#!
Watch till the end to see a glimpse of Sylveon and friends. Watch closely after Meowth become infatuated with her. She has wind blowing through her bows and she is up in the trees (flying?). Also she is seen using cosmic powers of some sort. Bam I think she's flying for sure. I also studied the final portraits of her and the other eevelutions at the end. She has a pink egg looking frame. I think it may be like a flowery aroma of some sort but there is no proof yet. Heck if they added a new type every game I would call if Flower or Love type.
SYLVEON!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rTyPZGdEyyc&feature=player_embedded#!
Watch till the end to see a glimpse of Sylveon and friends. Watch closely after Meowth become infatuated with her. She has wind blowing through her bows and she is up in the trees (flying?). Also she is seen using cosmic powers of some sort. Bam I think she's flying for sure. I also studied the final portraits of her and the other eevelutions at the end. She has a pink egg looking frame. I think it may be like a flowery aroma of some sort but there is no proof yet. Heck if they added a new type every game I would call if Flower or Love type.
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Ever since the Manaphy movie, I just haven't been able to enjoy any of them. A lot of the plots are beginning to become pretty similar. This one could be good if they connect Mewtwo to his other two movies, but if they just make him show up for the sake of showing up, it's going to be disappointing.
Stevey Queen
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So I believe the Unova Saga in the Anime is coming to an end soon in Japan. So maybe we will find out some new stuff about the new region soon.
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