Explosive Revelations: Uncovering Ogerpon's Intricate Ties to the Base Game in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet

The recent trailer showcasing in-game footage of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet's upcoming two-part DLC has given players a close-up look at Ogerpon, providing a potential clue as to its connection to Area Zero. Unlike Terapagos with its crystalline and multi-type design, Ogerpon's tie-in to the broader storyline of Hidden Treasures of Area Zero is not immediately clear. Although Ogerpon, along with the other new trio of Pokemon revealed for The Teal Mask, appears to be based on the Japanese folklore of Momotaro, this seems unrelated to the mystery of Area Zero.

Interestingly, even the surface-level story of the DLC seems to mirror the Momotaro folklore, with Ogerpon being portrayed as a mythical ogre that the Loyal Three Pokemon will defeat. However, during the Nintendo Direct's segment on The Teal Mask, Ogerpon took center stage and offered fans the best glimpse of the new legendary Pokemon thus far. While Ogerpon's overall design remains unchanged, the close-up shot revealed a shimmering of crystals around its head or mask, leading many fans to speculate that this could be the first hint of Ogerpon's potential connection to Area Zero.

Trying to Connect the Mystery of Ogerpon Between Kitakami and Area Zero

The base game of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet provides some information about the Paradox Pokemon and its origins in Paldea, but there are still unanswered questions about Area Zero and the Terastal Phenomenon. Fans are hopeful that the DLC, titled The Teal Mask and The Indigo Disk, will shed light on these mysteries. Previously, speculation focused on Terapagos and a similar unnamed Pokemon, but Ogerpon's recent appearance has sparked new interest. It is possible that Ogerpon's masked crystals hint at the gradual unveiling of revelations in The Teal Mask, the first part of the DLC. Alternatively, like the Quaking Earth Titan, Ogerpon may be a Paradox Pokemon that has escaped Area Zero and is causing chaos in Kitakami. However, unlike the Paradox Pokemon, Ogerpon's ties to the Festival of Masks suggest that it may have escaped from Area Zero long before the events of Scarlet and Violet.

It is intriguing that only Ogerpon and crystallized motifs serve as the sole lead to establish a connection with Area Zero. This implies that whatever the connection may be, it relies heavily on the finer intricacies. By scrutinizing Ogerpon's official artwork more closely, it becomes apparent that the crystallized mask may not be its true face. It is possible that the mask, rather than Ogerpon itself, originated from Area Zero, resulting in the Pokemon's transformation due to unknown Terastallization properties. This hypothesis would also provide further explanation for the DLC's focus on masks.

The mythos created by The Teal Mask will undoubtedly intertwine with Area Zero in some manner, connecting it to the Kitakami region and its legendary Pokemon. However, with Ogerpon being the only clear indication of Area Zero's involvement, there is currently no additional information to draw from regarding its design, name, or any other distinguishing characteristics. This is further complicated by The Teal Mask's incorporation of Momotaro folklore influences within the broader narrative of the DLC. Therefore, at present, it is possible that Ogerpon will remain as enigmatic as Area Zero itself until more details come to light.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet are available now on the Nintendo Switch.