The Ultimate Pokemon Z Dream: Unveiling a Legendary Kalos Adventure

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Could a Pokemon Legends entry set in the Kalos region be the long-awaited substitute for the never realized Pokemon Z? This eagerly awaited game has the potential to grant players' desires, while also enriching the already established lore and characters from Pokemon X and Y.

The inclusion of Zygarde in X and Y may have been misleading, but a Pokemon Legends game based in Kalos could elucidate the importance of this Legendary Pokemon to the region and its role within the narrative.

Such a game would delve into the ancient conflict that sparked the creation of the Ultimate Weapon and embrace the character AZ, providing a more somber story and a deeper understanding of the region's past.

Upon the release of Pokemon X and Y on the Nintendo 3DS, many players had anticipated a third installment called Pokemon Z. This expectation was rooted in the previous pattern set by developer Game Freak, where they would typically release a third Pokemon game alongside the paired releases. For instance, Red and Blue were followed by Yellow, and Gold and Silver were followed by Crystal. However, this tradition had been broken with remakes and the prequel to X and Y, Black and White. Instead of Pokemon Z, a paired sequel was released for Black and White, as well as for the 7th generation games that came after X and Y, Sun and Moon.

While it seems unlikely that Pokemon Z will ever materialize, the possibility of revisiting the Kalos region through a Pokemon Legends title could satisfy the long-held desires of players. Not only could it address unresolved plot points and delve deeper into the lore and characters of Pokemon X and Y, but it could also serve as a way to tie up loose ends.

The Pokemon Z Mascot

Fans expected Pokemon Z primarily because of Zygarde, a then-new Legendary Pokemon that received little attention in the main story of X and Y. Speculation arose that Zygarde would serve as the game mascot for Pokemon Z and play a more significant role in the storyline.

However, Zygarde's presence in X and Y turned out to be a misleading clue. Instead, the remakes of the 3rd generation games Ruby and Sapphire followed X and Y, and Kalos was left unexplored. Consequently, Zygarde made its significant appearance in Sun and Moon. By introducing a Pokemon Legends game set in Kalos, it could shed light on why the serpent-like Pokemon initially resided in Kalos and whether it holds any importance to the region.

An Ancient Conflict Could Be Explored

In a potential Kalos Pokemon Legends game, an intriguing plot point to explore is the indirect cause of AZ building the Ultimate Weapon. According to the X and Y versions, there was a war between two countries approximately 3,000 years prior to the game's events. However, the specific countries involved and the reasons behind their prolonged conflict remain unknown. This storyline in Pokemon X and Y brings forth one of the darkest narratives ever seen in the series.

The conflict between these unidentified countries is ultimately resolved when AZ utilizes the destructive power of the Ultimate Weapon to annihilate them both. Given that AZ is more than 3,000 years old in Pokemon X and Y, it would be captivating to feature him as a character in a Legends game. This new title could take place either shortly before the end of the unnamed conflict or in the aftermath, as the region endeavors to recover from the massive devastation.

The Aura Trio And The Origins Of Mega Evolution

There are currently no plans for a new Pokemon Legends game, but if one were to be developed, the Kalos region would be an ideal candidate for its setting. It would provide fans with the opportunity to witness the relationship between Zygarde, Xerneas, and Yveltal, and how these formidable Pokemon played a significant role in shaping Kalos. These three creatures, collectively referred to as the Aura Trio, share a rich backstory, but their interactions have never been depicted in the games. This lack of portrayal may fall under the category of unexplained phenomena in the Pokemon universe.

If a Pokemon Legends game were to delve into the origins of Mega Evolution within the Kalos region, it could potentially resolve the conflicting accounts surrounding this enigmatic phenomenon's beginnings. According to Professor Sycamore, Mega Evolution represents a novel form of evolution, whereas a traditional Kalos legend narrates the tale of a trainer and their Lucario encountering the stones that enable this transformation. Adding to the confusion, Pokemon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire present an entirely distinct origin story for Mega Evolution, suggesting its extraterrestrial roots.