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andrewberry · 6 months

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Pokemon #571 Hisuian Zoroark

#zoroark #hisuian zoroark #fanart #digitalart #pokemon #pocket monsters #game freak #nintendo #pokemon legends arceus #pokemon gen 8 #hisui region #ms paint #pokemon generation 8

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ballonleaparadise · 2 years

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Possible Lore behind Zacian and Zamazenta

So there's been lots of interesting theories about the Legendary dogs of Galar, Zacian and Zamazenta. I was thinking about the possible lore behind the pair. I think that the inspiration behind these Legendaries might actually lie in classical English literature. (I will explain I promise). I'm actually doing English lit at Uni so reading makes up 60% of my life rn. 🙃

The Hound of the Baskervilles

You might be familiar with the Sherlock Holmes stories, written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. One of Doyle's books, 'The Hound of the Baskervilles', is set on Dartmoor in Devonshire, in the south of England. During this story, Sherlock and Watson are called to investigate the death of Sir Charles Baskerville. Holmes' client, Dr Mortimer suspects the cause of death to be a demonic hound who is roaming the Moor.

Fun fact: The design of the pokemon 'Houndoom' is supposingly based on the Hound of the Baskervilles. (Maybe some foreshadowing there). Credit to @name-rater.

I'm not suggesting that Zacian and Zamazenta are linked to Doyle's story just because they are more dog/wolf pokemon. In 'The Hound of the Baskervilles', Dr Mortimer describes the footprints of the mysterious hound as "gigantic". When you think about the size of both Zazian and Zamazenta, and the fear which they initially impose on Hop and the player, it aligns with this image.

I also find it too coincidental that the Galar region is based on the uk, which is well-known for Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and the Sherlock Holmes stories. In addition, Doyle's novel was inspired by the legend of a ghostly dog which haunts Dartmoor. Pokemon tend to draw on real life folklore when creating legendaries, so I wouldn't put this past them.

The Grimpen Mire and The Slumbering Weald

Another reason why I think that Zacian and Zamazenta could be inspired by 'The Hound of the Baskervilles', is due to the atmosphere of the Slumbering Weald. In Sword and Shield, the Slumbering Weald is the hiding place of Zacian and Zamazenta. In Doyle's story, the hound of the Baskervilles is suspected to lurk in a place called 'The Grimpen Mire'. The Grimpen Mire is a bog in the middle of the moor, described as a misty and "melancholy" place. In a modern BBC adaptation of Doyle's stories, 'Sherlock', *best show ever btw*, there is an episode which re-imagines 'The Hound of the Baskervilles', called 'The Hounds of Baskerville.' (Created by Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss).

[[Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman as Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson in 'The Hounds of Baskerville, Sherlock, BBC.]]

In the BBC adaptation, the hound resides in an area called 'Dewer's Hollow' which is a hollow in the woods. The area is covered by heavy 'fog' rather than 'mist'.

[[Dewer's Hollow in 'The Hounds of Baskerville'- Benedict Cumberbatch and Russel Tovey.]]

How does this link to the Slumbering Weald? As I mentioned earlier, The Slumbering Weald is the hiding place of Zacian and Zamazenta. Not only this, but the weald embodies characteristics of both The Grimpen Mire in Doyle's story and Dewer's Hollow in the BBC adaptation: It is an eerie place which is mostly obscured by fog. In relation to the BBC adaptation, the Slumbering Weald is a deep wood just like Dewer's Hollow:

[[The Slumbering Weald, Pokemon Sword and Shield.]]

It's important to note that the Slumbering Weald is not based on Dartmoor, the setting of Doyle's story. According to Bulbapedia, the weald is based on Grizzledale Forest in the Lake District in the north of England. However, the atmospheric similarities between the Slumbering Weald, The Grimpen Mire and Dewer's Hollow line up perfectly for me.

This is still just a theory but I thought it would be fun to discuss it. The story of the Hound of the Baskervilles and the BBC adaptation both have parallels with Zacian and Zamazenta and the Slumbering Weald.

I don't think that Doyle's story is the only possible inspiration behind Zacian and Zamazenta. For one, the legendaries are heros, armoured with a sword and a shield. This could be a reference to Arthurian Legend, a genre of medieval British literature which is associated with heros such as King Arthur. It could also be a reference to the English legend of Saint George and the Dragon (with Eternatus representing the dragon).

I've rambled for long enough lol but I found this link interesting. I like to think that Doyle's 'The Hound of the Baskervilles' is part of the lore behind Zacian and Zamazenta. It would arguably make a lot of sense.

#pokemon swsh #pokemon sword and shield #pokemon protagonist #pokemon hop #zacian #zamazenta #sherlock holmes #sherlock bbc #pokemon gen 8 #pokemon lore #pokemon galar #galar region #pokemon generation 8 #pokemon theory #swsh

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clansocreations · 2 years

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Current top 8 trainers in the Pokemon World Coronation series (Masters 8)

From left to right:

Champion Lance of Kanto

Alain, former Kalos League winner

Champion Diantha of Kalos

Champion Ash of Alola

Champion Leon of Galar

Champion Cynthia of Sinnoh

Champion Steven of Hoenn

Champion Iris of Unova

This is gonna be fights for the ages. Oh this is gonna be fights for the ages. I'm so excited I'm so excited I'm so excited!!!

#pokemon #pokemon journeys #pokemon lance #pokemon alain #pokemon ash #pokemon leon #pokemon cynthia #pokemon steven #pokemon iris #pokemon master journeys #pokemon generation 8 #pokemon anime #anipoke

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michiotakustu · 2 years

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PokéAAA Generation 8

Choose your StartAAA!

#Pokemon #Pokemon fanart #Pokemon art #cute #chibi #kawaii #adorable #Grookaaa #Scorbunnaaa #Sobbaaal #Scorbunny #Sobble #Pokemon gen 8 #Pokemon generation 8 #PokeAAA #AAAAAA #Grookey

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neonemoji · 2 years

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reflections

#pokemon #swsh #pokemon swsh #frosmoth #shiny frosmoth #shiny pokemon #pokeart #pokemon fanart #fanart #frosmoth swsh #pokemon generation 8 #pokemon gen 8 #gen 8 pokemon #my art #based off of my own shiny frosmoth that i just got yesterday :)

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h-worksrambles · 1 year

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So Scarlet and Violet are out in less than a week. And with that, Generation 8 of Pokémon is now officially coming to a close.

This is probably the generation I have had the rockiest relationship with by far. Sword and Shield’s pre release period was marred by extremely toxic discourse that led to probably the first time I was ever tired of being a fan of Pokémon. And while the games themselves weren’t bad they definitely cooled my feelings on the series enough that I took a bit of a break from it, skipping out on the DLC and then skipping Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl entirely.

Fortunately Legends Arceus, while not perfect, was indeed a huge breath of fresh air that I went from sceptical of to excited, and had a blast with once it came out. And now that I’m currently playing Mystery Dungeon Rescue Team DX (which also came out in that period) the two between then did a lot to remind me while I love this series.

Am I as overall on fire with passion for the series as I was before? Probably not. And it certainly made a lot more conscious of issues I have with how the series is being handled. I still think the games are being churned out far to fast, which not only hurts the quality of the games, but which I can only imagine is extremely stressful for the developers. Even now my feelings on Scarlet and Violet are more, cautiously optimistic than anything.

But I’m glad the gen went out on a high note. And I’m happy the series is still making new fans.

#pokemon sword and shield #pokemon legends arceus #pokemon mystery dungeon rescue team dx #pokemon generation 8

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flaskuwu · 2 years

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I appreciate them more

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anythingredfox · 2 years

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Akari and Hisuian Goodra Drawn on 12th May 2022

A Hisuian Goodra with just its head peeking out from its shell, being given potato mochi as requested by etfffggfbut from deviantART! I decided to draw Akari giving the Goodra the potato mochi!

I’ve started to stretch out the canvas more now, so I can draw full-body like I used to in 2019, back when I didn’t need to consider other sites cropping the pictures!

Alternate versions at my Pixiv gallery!

YouTube video of the full drawing process is available in my YouTube channel.

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acquired-stardust · 28 days

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Pokemon Silver Gameboy Color 1999

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grim-grimmsnarl · 2 years

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NEWS: A new set of plushes by Takara TOMY has been revealed. This set, called Pokemon Peace (short for Pokemon Peaceful Place) is set to release in Japan on October 1st. Along with the standard plushes, a set of smaller keychain versions will also be available.

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suna-baaro · 2 years

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Ash and Go - 1997 art style

(by @Lukas ThadeuART on DeviantArt)

#pokemon #pokeani #gou #pokemon journeys #goh #satogou #anipoke #pocket monsters #pokemon anime #gen 1 pokemon #pokemon gen 8 #gen1andgen8 #ash #ash x goh #pikachu #pokemon generation #ash ketchum

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hoard-of-plushes · 1 year

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Takara TOMY Pokemon glitter pendant gashapon set (2023)

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ballonleaparadise · 2 years

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The Arrival

This is a fic that I wrote ages ago but I forgot to post it lol. Hope you enjoy!!

Summary: Nine-year-old Leon prepares to meet his baby brother for the first time.

Word Count: 1,286

AO3: https://archiveofourown.org/works/39430563

Leon traced a shape resembling the pokemon league logo on the vehicle window. In the reflection, he saw a worried child, with wavy purple locks dangling over his forehead. The idea of having a new brother in the house evoked a new feeling. A sense of protectiveness. Or jealousy. Or both. Mum had been escorted to hospital with Dad the previous night. Gran and Grandad came over to babysit, only living five minutes away. Leon hadn't slept during the night. The empty cot in the corner of his bedroom was a constant reminder. Now, it was 9am the next day, and Leon yawned in the back of Gran's car. He fidgeted nervously in his jumper, watching the traffic waver past.

Grandad turned to him from the front passenger seat: "Not long now, Leo"

Gran kept her eyes fixed on the road: "Nearly there, love".

Leon lifted his gaze from the window. He didn't feel ready to meet his brother. The baby had been due a week later, so the arrival was unexpected. Leon himself was born a week late, and had been late to everything ever since. His earliest memory was being hissed at by purrloin, a pokemon which Mum caught when she was younger. Leon wondered what his brother's earliest memory would be. Would he like pokemon? Would he even be interested in them? Leon dreamed of becoming a pokemon trainer. However, he would not be able to become one until after his tenth birthday. In that moment, Leon saw a baby sitting next to him. The infant squirmed in the car seat, it's chubby little face beaming at him. Leon shuddered at the thought. The change was going to be overwhelming, he was sure of that. He remembered how suspenseful the past four months had been. He had practiced holding a baby with Charmander, which was easier said than done. When Dad told Leon that his sibling was going to be a boy, Leon asked what names him and Mum had thought of. They had considered Jarred, Oliver and Bruce- but still couldn’t decide.

The grey mansion of Motostoke hospital came into sight, and Leon felt a surge of adrenaline.

"Here we are," Gran announced, pulling up.

When they dismounted from the car, Leon resisted the urge to run ahead. Even in car parks, he became lost easily, which frightened him. The December air was stiffening. Gran placed her grandson's coat over his shoulders. Surprisingly, the foyer of the hospital was hot and stuffy when they entered. A group of chansey plodded past, pushing a trolly.

"You're about to meet your little brother! Are you excited?" Asked Grandad.

"Yeah!" Leon replied, jumping in anticipation.

The lady in reception directed them to room 10 B on the Maternity ward. Leon gave his coat back to gran, as they stepped into the elevator. The section of corridors upstairs was like a complex of pipes- spouting in multiple directions at every turn. Leon pursed his lips. He counted the final few room numbers in his head: 'Seven B, eight B, nine B-' Grandad turned the handle on the last door.

Inside, Mum and Dad tended to a delicate baby. Leon ran closer. His brother's eyes were a golden yellow-like Mum's and his own. The baby's little hands opened and closed like flower heads. He had a small patch of hair, which gleamed purple under the light.

Leon wept slightly: "Can I hold him?"

Mum nodded, passing the infant to him, "Now, support him with your forearm, and place your other hand under his head- like I'm doing".

Leon did as Mum told him. The baby yawned and closed his eyes.

Gran and Grandad looked over his shoulder: "He's beautiful" Gran said, touching the baby's hand, "Have you chosen a name?"

"Still deciding." Dad replied optimistically.

"He looks a lot like you, Hazel." Grandad chuckled to Mum.

Leon kissed the baby's forehead. His brother's tiny mouth dropped open, as if he had fallen asleep. Once Leon had held him for long enough, he passed the baby Gran and Grandad. The new born was so delicate. Leon couldn't believe it. He was used to handling his toys at home, but this was very different. He'd never held something so precious.

The visit lasted for about an hour and a half, before Mum was discharged from the hospital. Leon sat in the back of Dad's car on the way home, next to his brother. The baby was more peaceful than he imagined. His brother slept soundly, as the vehicle drove into the suburbs of Motostoke. They were behind Gran and Grandad’s car for most of the journey home, living streets apart from them.

Leon's home was situated in a terrace estate, not far from the city centre. The houses were built in the 1960s, each with a bay window casting a shadow over the pavement. Dad pulled up. Leon looked over to his brother, who was now awake and alert. Their neighbour, Mrs Lilac, was standing at her front door. 'Beryl' as they called her, was a stout lady in her late sixties. She'd been in Kanto for two weeks, where half of her family lived. She cradled a strange-looking plant in one arm. The specimen was cone-shaped. It's leaves were oval, like seed pods.

Leon waited until his brother was lifted out of the car. He then jumped out onto the pavement, eager to go inside.

Mrs Lilac noticed them, as she retrieved her door keys from her pocket: "Oh! Isn't he gorgeous. Have you chosen a name?"

Mum smiled weakly: "Still deciding."

"Ooh, how lovely!"

The adults nattered. Leon clung to the door handle impatiently. Mrs Lilac was wonderful, but she could talk for hours.

"I haven't seen a plant like that before" Dad gestured to the novelty that she was holding.

"It's a Hop plant. My cousin grows 'em in Kanto. You can have it, if you want?"

"It's alright, we've got our own little Hop, haven't we?" Dad stroked the baby's hair.

Mum clutched her keys: "We'll let you get on, Beryl... Leon, you'll break the handle!"

Leon stepped away, allowing her to unlock the door.

The family home was small-too small for the four of them, but it would have to do. Dad had promised in the past that if they saved up, they would buy a larger house. Leon sprinted upstairs to his room. On his bed, charmander was curled up beside purrloin and Dad’s aron. The cot lay in the corner, unused and empty. The clock read one in the afternoon. Leon changed into his pikachu t-shirt, leaving his jumper crumpled on the floor. Through the window, he could see a group of pokemon trainers walking down the street. They looked so confident, as if nothing would deter them from a battle.

Dad called from downstairs: "Leon, we've got pasta for lunch?"

Leon ran down, to see Mum cradling his brother on the sofa.

Dad came out of the kitchen.

"Erm, can I have cheese with the pasta?" Leon asked.

Dad nodded: "We've got something to tell you as well".

"Like what?"

Mum looked at Leon: "Darling, we've been thinking about names, and... we've chosen 'Hop'-like the plant."

"What do you think?" Dad asked.

Leon grinned: "Can I hold 'Hop' again?"

Mum gently gave Hop to him.

His brother was perkier than earlier, flailing his legs with alertness. Leon smiled at the bundle in his arms, and the baby cracked a smile back.

"You're gonna love pokemon", said Leon, pacing around the room, "They come in different forms, types and sizes… Wait until you meet Charmander!"

Hop stared, curious. Then, Leon hugged the baby, and a feeling of security came over him.

#pokemon leon #pokemon hop #champion leon #rival hop #baby hop #pokemon swsh #pokemon sword and shield #pokemon gen 8 #pokemon generation 8 #pokemon fic #long post #swsh leon #swsh hop #brother leon #brother hop #pokemon galar #the arrival #the arrival fanfic

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aliencatart · 1 year

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assets i made for @puyondraws fic Hammerlocke Headliner: Week of 24 January, 2021 ! go read it if you love mock articles and pokemon college students being very funny

#pokemon #professor laventon #gym leader raihan #rival hop #professor sonia #trainer lucas #pokemon legends arceus #pokemon swsh #generation 8 #my art #i made some of these back in like. late november lol #but i still had so much fun drawing all of these

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my-shiny-pokemon · 11 days

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848-849 - Toxel Line