Following the anouncement of Mega Sableye, Mega Sceptile and Mega Swampert, I thought I’d speculate on the various Megas I expect to be unveiled in the coming months, and some which I don’t expect, but still like the idea of.
The Pseudo-Legendaries: Mega Metagross and Mega Salamence
With Tyranitar and Garchomp having Mega evolutions, it seems a semi-safe bet that the pseudo legendaries which first appeared in Hoenn might get their Megas too.
What’s more, there has been speculation that Steven Stone makes an appearance in Alpha Sapphire and Omega Ruby as the character who first introduces the player to the idea of Mega evolution. In both the original games and HeartGold and SoulSilver, Steven names Beldum as one of his favourite pokemon, and gives it to the player as a reward.
I anticipate that the Beldum received after defeating the Elite Four will be carrying Metagrossite.
The Version Exclusives: Ludicolo and Shiftry
Following Mega Mawile, Mega Sableye was a bit of a foregone conclusion. Which is a shame, because I’d always wanted to see the gem-eyed sprite evolve properly. Ludicolo and Shiftry are the only final-stage version exclusives which have a multi-stage evolutionary line, so they seem like excellent candidates for Mega evolution in my book.
What’s more- wouldn’t they look awesome? Ludicolo: half-pineapple, half-duck, all crazy. Shiftry: some sort of angry eddoe. Notch up the Mega and it’s a whole new ball game.
A group of wild Shiftry
The Gyarados Equivalent: Milotic
They both evolve from a useless, ugly fish into a magnificent dragon-like (but not dragon-type) water beast. So, if Gyarados can Mega evolve, by rights, Milotic ought to be able to as well.
I can’t possibly imagine what Mega Milotic would look like, however. Milotic, in contrast to Feebas, is sleek and elegant, as only the most beautiful of Feebas can evolve into one. My gut says, however, that Mega-Milotic will become part-Fairy.
My Choice: Sharpedo
Speed Boost Sharpedo has been the bane of my existence. Mega Evolution hikes a new level of strategy into it. How long do you risk waiting?
I love the look of Sharpedo, too, and it’s a Dark type, so in my books, it’s already won. But if had to pick any Gen 3 pokemon to Mega evolve, that would be my choice.
Aside from Sharpedo, I think the rest of my picks are pretty safe. That’s just my opinion, however. There are loads of other pokemon I would love to see in Mega form- Luxray (half-Dark), Skiploom (beefier stats) and Vanilluxe (raspberry sauce and sprinkles) to name just three.
If you have any speculation, I’d love to hear it. Seriously. I’m so excited.
Kanto to Unova (and beyond) 