Summary
One creativePokemonfan has overhauled the designs of the beloved Gen 5 starters based on the various prehistoric Paradox Pokemon encountered in thePokemon Scarlet and Violetgames. The most recent installations of the core-seriesPokemongames have introduced a number of new concepts and creatures that have captivated the imaginations of the community’s artists and lore enthusiasts alike.
Fans who have delved into the depths of the Paldea region’s Area Zero will no doubt be familiar with the somewhat unsettlingParadox Pokemon that inhabit the crater, but these strange new variants of Pokemon are far more than what they may seem at first glance. Those who have paid close attention to the fine details shown in the games' Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC might be aware of these creatures' true nature, but either way, the ferocious Pokemon that seem to have traveled through time have certainly caught players' attention. The many unique Paradox Pokemon represent completely new forms for long-existing Pokemon species, somewhat breathing new life into many fan-favorite critters.
The unique and refreshing Paradox Pokemon designs have inspired many fanartists to imagine what other Paradox Pokemon may look likeas well. One talented member of the community known as Mindrawz has used the name and design conventions of Paradox Pokemon to create their own Paradox variants of the evolved starter Pokemon from the Unova region, Serperior, Emboar, and Samurott. These awesome fan-made concepts have been given new names too, with the Serperior design being named Winged Monarch, Emboar being named Scorching Fangs, and Samurott being named Piercing Titan. The artist even showed off what shiny variants of their designs would look like, too.
What the Unova Starter Pokemon Look Like as Paradox Pokemon
The designs themselves clearly take inspiration from the prehistoricParadox Pokemon encountered exclusively inPokemon Scarlet, with the colorful body patterns and sharp teeth suggesting a more vicious demeanor expected from creatures originating from a world where the challenge of survival pushes evolution to greater extremes. While the original Gen 5 starter designs are recognizable in these concepts, the artist deliberately intended to make them resemble creatures such as mammoths and sharks.
It’s likely no coincidence that the artist chose to redesign the Unova starter Pokemon, considering these critters' popularity among the fan base. Widespread rumors have gotten fans excited fornewPokemontitles taking them back to the Unova and Johto regions, though it should be kept in mind that nothing about the franchise’s future has yet been officially confirmed - and likely won’t be until thePokemonshowcase taking place at the end of the month.
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