Pikachu, the franchise’s beloved mascot, receives a fresh and imaginative Paradox form thanks to the invention of a Pokemon Scarlet and Violet fan.
The most well-known Pokemon in the franchise and the franchise’s mascot, Pikachu, was given a Paradox form by a Pokemon Scarlet and Violet player. Fans are constantly excited to display their own Paradox Pokemon, drawing inspiration from the pre-existing variations in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet while adding their own special twist. There are nine generations and over 1,000 Pokemon on the roster.
One of the few Pokemon that has appeared prominently in every generation of the franchise, Pikachu has been a mainstay throughout its existence. This pattern was continued in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. The electric mouse was popularized in the first generation of Pokemon games, Pokemon Blue and Red, and the Pokemon anime further emphasized its charm and feisty demeanor. Ash Ketchum from Pallet Town’s top Pokemon, Pikachu, accompanied his trainer on every step of the way to assisting Ash in becoming a Pokemon Champion.
What a Pikachu from the past would look like if it traveled through the portal and into the present was depicted by Reddit user Macksi_ in the Pokemon Scarlet and Violet subreddit. Storm Tyrant, a Pokemon with horns on its head, a fluffier body, and razor-sharp claws, is the ideal blend of cuteness and mischievousness. One astute user noticed that Storm Tyrant has glowing yellow eyes like most Paradox Pokemon, giving the Pokemon a strong attention to detail with the lore of the story. The Storm Tyrant has a menacing appearance and what appears to be a wider end to its tail. It also has a sharp set of fangs.
Additionally, Storm Tyrant has its own backstory and unique duo-typing. This creation is a Paradox Pokemon, which means they have different types than their original counterparts in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. Storm Tyrant adds the Dragon type to Pikachu’s Paradox form, making it one of only five Pokemon with the same dual-type combination, along with Dracozolt, Mega Ampharos, and the legendary Pokemon Zekrom and Miraidon. Pikachu’s Paradox form retains its Electric type. The ability Protosynthesis, which increases the Pokemon’s highest stat by 30% while Sun is activated or if the Booster Energy is attached, is carried by Storm Tyrant, referred to as “The Crackling Pokemon.”
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet contain a total of 14 Paradox Pokemon, seven for each version, excluding the Koraidon and Miraidon Pokemon, which both serve as the past and future forms of Cyclizar. The lack of additional forms may have left players unimpressed and encouraged many to make their own Paradox Pokemon. It’s unclear if Game Freak intends to add more Paradox Pokemon to the mix given the rumors of potential future DLC patches.
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet are available on Nintendo Switch.
Source: Shawn Wilken
