Pokémon X and Y

[ahscott]

I'm disappointed that fairys (allegedly) don't have a weakness to ice. I like the idea of nerfing steal. I don't think i like the idea of mewtwo getting 2 mega forms, I'm starting to think they (gamefreaks) got carried away with the mega evolutions.

[Jeffolas]

My first thoughts at today's reveal: More mega evo's? Cool! Wait...wait...Mega-Garchomp? Crap, well...taking my ball and going ho- wait...Fairy immune to Dragon? Best. Day. EVER!

That news right there is absolutely phenomenal, now I'm just hoping Fairy types have the stats to stand up to Dragon types in the arena.

Additionally Steel losing resistances to two types (popular ones at that with particularly dangerous Pokemon mind you) was shocking. Never saw that coming, really, I expected Steel to maintain its defensive sturdiness in Gen 6.

Also, Fennekin's Evo learning a Psychic move is encouraging (maybe the trend of fire-fighting will finally be snapped). To top that all off we have a Pokemon with varying movepools depending on Gender, and fossil Pokemon which are throwing out some new type mixes to the bunch (Rock/Ice and Rock/Dragon).

And then the kicker, trainer customization beyond the scope of facial appearances and skin tone. That was a pleasant surprise that really appeals to me (because I absolutely love my character customization options in any game I play)

My only gripes are with the mega evo's actually. Mewtwo gets two Mega evos (for fan-service most likely) and that a ton of other Pokemon that didn't really need to have them are getting them (Garchomp being a good example given his base stats already). That said though, we don't know enough about how mega evolutions will influence stat spreads, so until then I'll wait to pass judgment on that in full.

My other concern is Mewtwo's mega evolutions being version exclusives, though I am going to assume the stone cane be traded between version as a hold item. If not...well after all this news I really don't have problem with GameFreak getting another 40 of my dollars when I buy Pokemon Y.

[loltsundere]

Man, seems like poor Dark-types are taking a lashing. It was already a bit risky to send them out with the slew of fighting and bug moves out there, but now they've gained a new weakness in exchange for getting to hit Steel neutrally. Pangoro is going to get completely trounced by all the new Fairies.

... but I'll still use him! >:D

[Shrain]

So far... I am okay with Mega-evo's. Especially since a lot of pokes seem to just be getting new abilities and that's it, like the Gen 1 starters.

Steel losing two resistances and gaining another... Considering how prominent fairy will likely be, Steel should fair up, I think.

I just feel bad for bug. It did not ask for another type to shrug it off. With poison seeing some hope, Bug just lost it's best friend.

[Jeffolas]

That is a good point to make, we're not quite sure how mega-evolution will affect the Pokemon that get them, if it's just abilities or if it's abilities and stats. But even in that case, Garchomp and Sand Force...just...no, no way.

And yea...Bug just keeps getting neglected, I was fully expecting neutrality against Fairies at the very least.

[ahscott]

new evolution
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Pyroar can learn the Normal-type move Echoed Voice, "which makes its power grow with every turn. Its power will increase even if other Pokémon use it, so try Echoed Voice out with your allies in Double Battles and Triple Battles to experience its real value.”

Pyroar evolves from Litleo, a Pokemon revealed in June with a new move for the series, Noble Roar, which lowers your target's Attack stat.

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[xenard]

I've said it before and I will say it again. I can't wait for this game!!! This waiting game is killing me

[ahscott]

now with offical video with new pokemon english names
[urlj7w]http://youtu.be/3qQPNO9D8rw[/urlj7w] if only i could figure the youtube button

what if eevee's mega evolution is slyveon, has this been brought up before?

[Bitera]

It's... possible, I suppose, but so far all the mega-evolved pokemon have been at the top of the evolutionary chain, so it seems unlikely. Also, sylveon's appearance seems drastically different from eevee's.

[Shrain]

http://imgur.com/t5Zp4XT
So this is a thing...