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So... Do you want to say... that we-, I-... can be friends with Lin... for real...?
SpoilerOH! HELL! YEAH!
I have been saying that it'd be interesting if the "real Lin" was actually controlled or something like that by Giratina or other (unholy) being, and she was actually delicate, kind and cute. And that I'd love to be friends with her
While the part about "controlling" was wrong... after we save her (only in Lin Route, unfortunately), she slowly becomes to what I've imagined her to be, and we can be friend.
I wonder if we can battle side-by-side or against each other for fun...
SpoilerAnd I want to present her to remaining Meteors to say: "Now, guys, allow me to introduce to you... your almighty leader, Lin".
I can only imagine their reactions; that they've been ruled by some goddamn orphan, which is younger than the youngest member of Reborn Pokemon League
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Spoiler@Q-Jei I believed that the Child Lin (Lindsey) was actually a Red Herring to me and that it was just pure coincidence. Guess I was wrong.
Also I fully agree with you about Charlotte. That damm bastard ruined their lives, but I'm glad that he got what he deserved. Finally!
After watching some cutscenes and read the dialouges, I noticed that Saphira had it MUCH worse than Charlotte. After going through hellish years in the Orphanage and failed to claim guardianship for her sisters back then. I think she eventually broke down, believing that she failed as their protector and sister.
With nobody help them, when their parents died
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Stakataka's x4 weaknesses made their presence fell to me... in a hard way.
So, I decided to replace it with Celesteela - another bulky and offensive Ultra Beast.
Yes, I've said that I hate that UB... but the effectiveness and wide coverage can't be denied. Honestly, I've had the trouble with deciding whether should I use psyhical or special side of offense (as Celesteela's Attack and Special Attack are almost equal). Ultimately, I decided for special side, with seemingly better coverage for my tastes (and Giga Drain being able to heal it)
And it helped me a few times - easily tanking Rain-boosted Ludicolo's Hydro Vortex (from Hydro Pump).
Now, that team has a 15-3 record (Win Rate of 83,3%, which isn't that good, but for now it can be)
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My Trick Room team has currently 8-1 record in Gen 7 competitive Doubles meta game on Pokemon Showdown - winning the first 6 matches.
Not even Taunt can do much - even without Trick Room, Dusclops and Porygon2 are too much for opponents to handle at ease. Intimidate users are a fodder to Milotic. Stakataka and Tyranitar can tank even x4 hits, then obliterate with boosted Rock Slides. And Mega Camerupt WILL destroy you if you don't destroy it.
Team is... almost perfect - it does have some holes, but as of right now, I don't see much need of correcting those, as the ways to heavy-counter them are quite 'niche'
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Not gonna lie... She's kinda hot in those.
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Man... I am very sorry for Taube.
He just wanted to make Reborn a better place and serve Arceus. He wasn't a battler but a kind leader.
Yet, he was just a victim of people's greed and unhealthy desire for power. And the things he possessed - The Keys - were too much weight for him to handle, as he never was a strong Trainer.
Maybe that's why Solaris wanted to be the strongest - to have the power to protect what's dear for him: the region... and his son.
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SpoilerThat makes me wonder... If Taube's and his wife's death could be put as "the chronologically first causation of Pokemon Reborn events"
Because of that, Solaris began his path toward evil (which isn't as rare of a trope as one might think), and decided to protect the keys himself, as previously he hadn't cared previously about them or family's traditions.
But... that didn't work out 'cause Radomus yoinked them out of his sight (except Emerald Brooch which had been given earlier to Elias), only to sell Ruby and Sapphire to Corey and Monthy, which were given to their loves - Elena and Caroline, and gave Amethyst to Zina, alongside buying castle south of Route 1, as apparently she dreamt of living in castle.
Soon after, he formed Team Meteor to fulfill his goal - reshape Reborn City to its original "form". And then... we all know what has happened
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You have said that Porygon2 was my weakest Pokemon in the Trick Room team.
And thanks to it I've won my first match lol.
My opponent quit after its' Blizzard froze BOTH Mega Alakazam and Zapdos at once! The did survive both the Blizzard and Stakataka's Rock Slide, but barely, and only because of Aurora Veil. Still, that was hilarious
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10th could be Dragon, since it's a type also associated with purple/violet. And the design reminds me of dragon scales. I think that 11th isn't Steel, but Fighting (swords represent knights and other valiant warriors like gladiators), and 17th is Steel (because it's a cog; at least it looks like a cog) But that would mean the 12th is Ground... which wouldn't make much sense unless the so-called "cards" represent tectonic plates of the Earth, which lie on each other and occasionally move, causing earthquakes (and tsunamis, but that is an aftermath of underwater earthquake)
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I have some dilemmas. I want to restart playing Gen 7 Doubles in online competitive... but I'm tad afraid that I can't build truly proper Trick Room team
Spoiler(so what I've used it to win Pokemon Reborn; that's not the same)
Could you... give your own opinions or something about it?
If there is no specific stat in IV section, that stat has automatically 31 IVs
Dusclops (M) @ Eviolite
Ability: Pressure
EVs: 252 HP / 4 Def / 252 SpD
Calm Nature
IVs: 0 Atk / 0 Spe
- Trick Room
- Will-O-Wisp
- Night Shade
- Bulldoze
Camerupt (M) @ Cameruptite
Ability: Solid Rock
EVs: 252 HP / 252 SpA / 4 SpD
Quiet Nature
IVs: 30 HP / 1 Atk / 30 SpA / 1 Spe
- Heat Wave
- Earth Power
- Ancient Power
- Hidden Power [Grass]
Stakataka @ Assault Vest
Ability: Beast Boost
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Atk / 4 SpD
Lonely Nature
IVs: 14 Def / 0 Spe
- Gyro Ball
- Rock Slide
- Stomping Tantrum
- Zen Headbutt
Milotic (F) @ Leftovers
Ability: Competitive
EVs: 252 HP / 252 SpA / 4 SpD
Quiet Nature
IVs: 0 Atk / 0 Spe
- Ice Beam
- Scald
- Dragon Pulse
- Protect
Porygon2 @ Eviolite
Ability: Trace
EVs: 252 HP / 252 SpA / 4 SpD
Quiet Nature
IVs: 0 Atk / 0 Spe
- Trick Room
- Tri Attack
- Thunderbolt
- Blizzard
Tyranitar (M) @ Weakness Policy
Ability: Sand Stream
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Atk / 4 SpD
Brave Nature
IVs: 0 Spe
- Rock Slide
- Stomping Tantrum
- Protect
- Fire Punch
My usual leads are Dusclops and Tyranitar.
On round one, Tyranitar uses Protect while Dusclops sets up Trick Room (thanks to being immune to Fake Out, that makes it easier to do)
Then, usually, on 2nd turn I'd use Bulldoze to slow down Tyranitar, and activate Weakness Policy, doubling the Attack. Minimal Attack investment is necessary to minimize done damage to it. Fire Punch on Tyranitar is to ensure OHKO'ing Pokemon like Kartana, Ferrothorn and some variations of Celesteela.
But if opponent's lead Pokemon is Incineroar, they usually, after Fake Out, use Parting Shot. Then I'd swap out Tyranitar for Milotic, who with Competitive would have it's Special Attack increased by 3 stages total. Bulky and very offensive Water type would get its' job done.
Stakataka's EV/IV spread might seem a little weird, but that's because to have its' Attack higher than Defense, therefore having Beast Boost boost its' Attack, not Defense. Unchecked, it might wreck havoc.
Mega Camerupt has that specific IV set to be able to use Hidden Power Grass - for wider coverage. Alternatively, I could use moves boosting its' Special Attack like Growth. But I wanted some Grass attacks to deal with bulky and annoying Water types, who also could threaten it.
Porygon2 is another Trick Room setter, but instead of being pure Support like Dusclops, its' offensive Pokemon, with moves to spread annoying status conditions, and to deal with unexpected and overall irritating Pokémon like Celesteela. Alternatively, I could have it run Toxic, but let's see how that set works.
If you have any changes, don't be afraid - I'll take any critic.
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Incieroar is overused
I already have Milotic, so Primarina is bit useless
Porygon-Z is useless in Trick Room
Dusknoir is bad (competitively, because it looks very good)
I was wondering, but decided against it - it is weak to common spread moves like Heat Wave, Earthquake or Brutal Swing
Maybe~
Nah.
I don't think it is a good choice for Doubles.
Plus I need a second Trick Room setter - and my opinions are limited. Most of them are Psychic type, and except Reuniclus and Mega Gardevoir, none of them are that good offensively.
Alternatively, if Porygon2 fails, I will replace it with even Cresselia if I have to
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How much I'd love to help doing this game in any possible capacity. This might be yet another hit, I'm telling you.
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No spoilers here, so no need to worry about. I think that if Reborn protagonist had 'normal' emotions, like all of us, their reaction after everything was over would be something like that: https://youtu.be/lHKhBA3MHdk
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First Flora, and now Shiv?!
Why two of the most hated assholes from Reborn-verse games that I'd love to pummel to the ground with my bare hands appear in postgame? Can't I just... y'know... kill them?
And start being useful, Flora!
If you keep doing nothing, I'll replace Heat Wave on my Camerupt to Lava Plume, just to keep your damn ass out of this.
I simply don't care about you, or PULSE, or anything else. I just want you dead.
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Okay, I don't know why I was waiting for this... But I wanted to share with you my experience with V19 Boss Fights.
Pay in mind... That there WILL BE spoilers. So don't click if you haven't finished main story, kay~?
I was using rotating teams for this:
Spoiler- Trick Room team for PULSE Clawitzer and Reborn League
- Sandstorm team for others
SpoilerPULSE Clawitzer
SpoilerContrary...
Why... this extremely fast Pokemon... with set full of self-weakening moves... have FUCKING CONTRARY?!
If you don't take that thing out fast, it will decimate any Pokemon you bring in a matter of seconds. Here, I'll show you it's "estimated" stats (based purely on PULSE Dex and my eyesight):
HP: 255
Attack: 5
Defense: 50
Sp. Attack: 135
Sp. Defense: 60
Speed: 255
Estimated BST: 760
Add to that Water-Dragon typing, and moves like Fleur Cannon, Draco Meteor and Origin Pulse... And that "Chutulu Cannon" will sweep you instantly. Fortunately, it's bulk is good but very limited, and also... VERY vulnerable to Trick Room. Since it has no priority moves, you can Toxic-stall it, or boost Special Defense with Specially bulky Pokemon not weak to any Clawitzer's attacks (like Blissey or Sylveon) to the point that boosts won't do anything... or simply attack and annihilate, that can work too. Tyranitar and Mega Camerupt have done their job done.
PULSE Mr. Mime
SpoilerEm, Ame...? When I've "proposed" that Sigmund should be paired with Mr. Mime, I meant that Doctor should be the one controlling PULSE... AND NOT THE OTHER WAY AROUND!
While the concept and execution are unexpected and well-done, that sprite of dead Sigmund being controlled like a marionette... ay.
Unlike Clawitzer, Mr. Mime is more defensively built (as I predicted), like... really defensively...
HP: 255
Attack: 5
Defense: 190
Sp. Attack: 5
Sp. Defense: 190
Speed: 255
Estimated BST: 900
So... It doesn't seem to be that dangerous, right?
Actually, no - it's a Dark/Ghost... with Wonder Guard... and the only move it knows is... Entrainment.
Also, it's a Double Battle, with PULSE as one side, and Connal's Pokemon on the other.
Unfortunately... I've had no Pokemon with Fairy attacks, nor Toxic... So it came down to whittling it down with Sandstorm and Will'o'Wisp...
I hate that Pokemon.
I hate that battle.
"Labradorra Tournament"
SpoilerExcept for wonderful showcase of lore and untypical humor, it hosted quite a few intense battles. Especially the first one - Seijaya sisters didn't go down without a fight.
My Sandstorm team could hurt Cal a bit, but I bet he wasn't complaining... much. Especially when Earthquake'ing everything with Excadrill (he should thank Terra it was Inverse Battle)... He wasn't lucky in the 2nd round tho...
Florinia was more... persistent. With her motive being sand and all, I didn't have that much of an advantage in strategy.
Also that accused Glitch Field!
I had to bullshit through with Scizor and Aegislash; and have them set up which sometimes could cost me the entire match.
Then after everything... Battle against Terra with absolutely no fonts. Now, the battle was very unique, I'll give you that, devs.
That doesn't change the fact I STILL HATE Glitch Field, and was forced to heal quite a few times. Also Sandstorm benefited her too, so I've made the match more difficult for myself on my own wish
Still, it wasn't ridiculously hard tho.
Dragon Leader Saphira
Spoilertyranitar.
Victory Road
SpoilerSpoilerOnly the fights here
Blake
SpoilerTo be honest, him batting in Singles instead of Doubles made him easier to defeat. I get they wanted him to battle also in Singles as the previous confrontations with him were in Doubles, but... they could make him "second Angie", but wasted the opportunity.
He wasn't particularly difficult (challenging, yes), but... that battle was the hardest of the major ones in the Victory Road
Sirius
SpoilerThe easiest one, for me. Doubles, and most of his Pokemon is quite frail. Plus... except Minior, all of them were weak to Ground! Excadrill and Tyranitar truly have their field trip lol.
Also, the aftermath was truly~ satisfying.
Fern
SpoilerAt this rate, dude's to stop.
He ain't gonna never beat me. Not in the past, not in the present, not in the future. This one wasn't different - all of his Pokemon were 1-2HKO'd.
Honestly... I was feeling pretty bad about him; Fern's trying to bring up whatever has remained from his coincidence, after his life; events - nothing at all - didn't go as planned.
True, he did deserve that with being an overconfident asshole... but, still, having (almost) nothing to lose... He should be joyed Lin didn't decide to finish him as being "useless"
Elite Four
SpoilerJust the fact that Reborn Elite Four have two specialities each, had already my interest.
Heather (Flying/Poison)
SpoilerFor me, the easiest battle.
Because her team is very fast on average, and likes to set up Tailwind, that makes her easy prey to Trick Room sweepers; Field boosting the power of Rock-type attacks, prominent on my Pokemon, assisted me there too.
But... honestly, the fact that she specializes in two types that their parents (Elena and Corey) were specializing, that's some really deep dedication...
Elena was also specializing in Ghost types but shhhhh~
Laura/Bennett (Grass/Bug)
SpoilerEveryone was predicting an 12vs6 Battle... and we got simply 6vs6. Which actually makes sense; this is Elite Four, not Elite Five.
The battle was trivial - Tyranitar replaces rain with sand, Dusclops sets up Trick Room, and Mega Camerupt turns their bugs and plants to ashes; all of their Pokemon are weak to fire, except Volcarona who can't take Rock-type attacks on itself.
Elias (Normal/Dragon)
SpoilerDidn't except him to use Dragon types, but now... I think it makes sense - all of Creation Trio (Arceus' "children") are part Dragon.
Off all E4, he was the most tricky and challenging to defeat. Because he didn't have just fast Pokemon, but also slower but bulkier ones, so Trick Room wasn't as helpful (I don't know how to lower IVs (if that's even possible), so I couldn't have my Pokemon to have minimum possible Speed).
The Field benefitted him and his team very much, but to me it actually was a bit of an detriment, as Tyranitar couldn't resist Normal attacks, and Dusclops was weak to them instead of being immune.
That Ditto transforming into my Mega Camerupt also had my heart jump a little... Thanks Arceus Trick Room was still set-up (I bet Ditto had Choice Scarf or something like that)
The fact that his team had a variety of strategies, not just "Fast Sweeper", really shows his experience, being the oldest major character in Pokemon Reborn (which lives during the plot)
Fantasia (Psychic/Fairy)
SpoilerFirst of all... Do you mean that this universe... isn't the "original" one? A copy or alternative?!
And here I thought that Reborn was rather "simple" game in terms of time-space continuum. Which... in comparison to Rejuvenation still is. And... thanks for that, Anna.
Speaking of the battle, well... Her team was bulkier than I expected... and stronger - they all hit like a truck. Fortunately I've eliminated Nostra quickly - otherwise her Doom Desires would doom me in no time. Also nice to know that they've used Fast Sweeper Magical Seed Starmie; the very same I've described in my custom team for Ame.
Was I the inspiration... or just that idea was created independently?
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Wait.......
Radomus... and Nostra
Nostra... and Radomus
Nostra Radomus
Nostradamus-...
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this is some Ace Attorney level of puns
Lin (Dragon?)
Spoiler1st Battle
SpoilerSo not only has she stolen others' Pokemon, but also Battle Themes? Typical Lin...
And... "Meteor Champion"? What gives you the right to be one? Was your battle with Amelia for the Championship? I highly doubt it! Just defeating Grand Champion of the region doesn't make you one! It needs to be an OFFICIAL, ACKNOWLEDGED BY GOVERNMENTAL AND LEAGUE OFFICIALS MATCH!!!
cleans throat
Anyways, I didn't find surprising that (almost) all of his Pokemon were stolen from her victims: Ame's Ninetales, Radomus' Gardevoir, Ciel's Togekiss (or Samson's Conkeldurr), Solaris' Garchomp and Ace's Delphox.
More suprising for me was the fact that... there was no Field during battle, and lack of Hydreigon or Arc-PULSE. I did suspect that Arceus would be in a completely separate battle, but at least Hydreigon should be there.
Soon I realized that there will be no just Arceus... but ENTIRE Full Battle. Inside her "New World"
As of the battle, it was easier than expected - despite her entire team having PULSE2, all of them failed after just 2 hits - with main role taking Tyranitar and Camerupt. Not even PULSE Abra (frail like glass) could save her.
Yet I was wondering how Lin would "transport" me after her losing to me.
...i was stupid not to realize PULSE Abra's true purpose...
2nd Battle
SpoilerRemember when I've said in one of the previous posts that I had the plan to turn Speed drop detriment into benefit?
Exactly. That's where my Trick Room team really had the chance to shine.
Fortunately my team was healed before, otherwise I'd be screwed.
Most of her team, except bulky Clefable and Arceus (obviously) was either Flying-type or levitating. That was her mistake, as that put her into huge disadvantage against Trick Room. But that team was tougher to take out, because of the Field boosting her Pokemon, Mismagius leading against Dusclops (Eviolite saved me), and that fucking Celesteela which made me yell in the middle of the black night. The number of times I lost to it, Kartana and Landorus in Singles made me hate them very much... ESPECIALLY SINCE, LIKE, 90% OF THE PLAYERS HAD THEM!
Also... Somehow I can't find the stats for Arc-PULSE in my Pulse Dex, so it's hard to estimate potential BST of it. I guess Arc-PULSE is just like regular Arceus; all stats are the same, but higher (I bet those are in the 160-180 range, making BST 960-1080).
And its' sprite and type-changing transitions are sick!
Battle, however, didn't end up as difficult as expected - yes, it was perhaps the hardest of the Pokemon League... which rather negatively speaks about Reborn Elite Four.
But I may say that being accustomed to PULSE2 everywhere or bullshit EVs/IVs and multiple Megas from Hardcore Reborn mode.
Final thoughts
SpoilerOverall, the final challenge of main plot was... disappointing.
...in terms of difficulty - design-wise and lore-wise it was very, very good, imo.
I hope the official V19 release will boost the difficulty of this pseudo-gauntlet (and make it less vulnerable to Trick Room teams)
Ah, also if you know the themes for E4 Battles and Final Lin Battle, please let me know.
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Okay, whoever thought that Scooby-Doo'ish chase-like segment with us, Corin, Hoopa, some random Tyrantrum, Terra and Julia was a good idea...
SpoilerI'll tell you, it fucking was!
My personal favorite/funniest moment of the postgame as of right now!
I still am laughing my ass off! Good job!
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Of all the "sudden" things that happen in Lin postgame of V19, perhaps the most shocking was...
SpoilerShelly being Grand Champion in the future?!
OH MY ARCEUS! I'M SO FUCKING PROUD OF HER!!!
LIKE REALLY, REALLY AM!!!
-proud older brother noises-
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Yes I am. Just for a while. I hope Green Bean 501 shall join us as well
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Actually, when I've read that, I've known (almost) anything from that list... ... ...but not Sigmund ACTUALLY using electroshocks on- wow... I knew he was trying to get under the skin of the Challengers during the time, and was probably even arrested, but Christ... And Anna, Saphira-- that is... I can't even find the right words
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We were actually right... but only in 50%
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Apparently, history changes also.
And... Ay, it is one hell of a change.
From what I've seen, simply adding Ace to the story isn't the only change, nor is it the most massive one. Reborn has experienced colossal story overhaul. Like-... Lin appearing MUCH EARLIER than usual, a few key dialogue being changed, also characters changing sometimes drastically (we literally see Cal still being a hot-head asshole, and somehow I doubt that just "few days" in Apophyll would change him that much; unless Kiki also uses electroshock therapy... but then his hair should me more spiky, hm~)
I've gotta create a new save file and try the new story, as this seems awesome.
But... Yeah, I will need to revision my fanfiction yet again, shit...
Perhaps I can connect old and new versions with my antics to create wholy unique storyline - as I really need to stride from key-writing. Story might seem stale overall
In fact, my plans for Rejuvenation fanfic have the story be COMPLETELY changed - only the course of major events is the same, and what happens in-between is... you'll see... someday...
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Once I finish my first playthrough, I'll start a second run with only Psychic, Electric and Steel types involving with my Reborn OC, Eliza Connal (a character in my Chronicverse series). Can wait to explore the game by myself
Also yes, with new content changes it comes with rewrite some plot points thanks to it. Oh boi
100% agreement to that Oscar
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Oh, I should add one thing.
I love the overall design modernization; both in locations, and in characters. In the latter, I've discovered things that I had no idea previously-, like... Radomus was wearing a mask in his Gym Battle? I have always thought that it was just a shadow; like in the anime sometimes you see someone's face being covered in darkness, often by the hair. But now, when I know... it does look cool.
Most of the time, the VS Sprites changed minimally - they are simply more detailed. But there were more driastic changes. I haven't seen all of them, so~...
Well, the most impressive change was for Aster and Eclipse - they actually now are different and unique from mere Grunts. Also Charlotte; now a super-cutie (she might burn me for that, but that's okay - I'm used to taking a whoopin'), Samson (hot, no homo), ZEL/Zero (those "almost-snake" pupils... wow), Bennett (from nerd to friendly, edgy anime antagonist) - and maybe more, but I don't know.
But... If I may be honest, there is one VS Sprite change that I don't like. This is just a opinion... But I've gotta say it because oh my Arceus...
And that is Parson Elias' VS Sprite.
His "Agent" sprite us completely all right, but the one used in the Citadel...
...He looks like a desperate old despot on crack... which might be the most accurate description of him, perhaps...
But that face will be haunting in my dreams for a long time...
Overall, designs were miles better that in V18. Props to you, devs
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I'm baaaaack~
If there was a possibility to send it voicelines, I would sing for you. But there's none, so sorry. I cannot sing anyways.
I am proud to announce that I have completed main story of Pokemon Reborn (and just main story, I haven't touched post-game yet)
I'm actually suprised it has taken me so little time; even when I was "speedruning" (reading only story dialogues and important character's adds) - maybe because I was already prepared with everything. Or because I had quite good strategies
SpoilerTrick Room teams are REALLY busted
Thanks a lot, Radomus
Anyways, I'll be sharing my thoughts about V19 with you. Oh, to say it beforehand: DON'T click "Spoiler" labels if you haven't played through the main game yet nor do you not know anything about V19 yet. Just don't complain that I haven't warned you.
Everything here is from Reshiram Route. So if you know alternative events from Zekrom Route, feel free to write it to me (just label it with "Spoiler" so others won't see those if unwanted).
SpoilerIn one sentence... what the fuck?
It was so metal! So edgy! So... wow. But... step by step.
Beginning was... awkward. Like: Bennett, Laura and Saphira; Zero, Eve and Lumi; Cal and Victoria... We had to cooperate, though many didn't want to. Fortunately, it all went well (if I was there, I would just yell and order them to obey... if things went out of control; otherwise persuasion'd be enough)
I actually wanted ask "Why Radomus had dressed like Sir Aaron from 8th Movie?"... but it's Radomus, so questioning wouldn't make any sense.
Despite... quite long pause, for additional preparations and such, we could raid Labradorra.
And~ troubles right through the start - by Kenan, ofc. I've won first try... but with a lot of luck; it was just my Tyranitar and his Machamp... and we perfectly know how could that end. Fortunately, it didn't go for Bullet Punch, so thanks to Dragon Dances, I defeated it with Crit Earthquake.
But, in all honesty, more difficult were Double Battles... as my Trick Room strategy was more detrimental than helpful, for my allies. Fortunately, my Sandstorm team was much more helpful and cooperating with them. Still, the fact that some Grunts of all people were kicking my ass... I've had a bad feeling about this.
After backup has arrived to fight Lin, Victoria and I entered one building, and after the battle, my heart... has stopped for a second. Blood... bones... static, on a table... "pale", as I thought...
I... I have geniuenly thought that Solaris-
He had lost an eye, and might had suffered brain damage, but was seemingly all right. And I still think it was Lin to do it; or at least assist; because I question Sirius being strong enough to defeat him 1vs1 - despite what levels say; there are no levels in-universe, after all.
Good that Cal had stopped Victoria - while I do understand her wanting Solaris' head (I, once, had wanted this as well), Cal was right... doing so, Vic would be no better than the one she despises above all. And Kiki would be very disappointed as well, I assume, as I question her going the path of revenge.
Then... Sigmund hiding and running away? I was seriously thinking about what, or who, would cause him to be terrified - Saphira, Lin... or something else?
Oh, and major plus for Bennett calling Solaris "Elias' boyfriend" - one of the few moment to cause me wheeze in the middle of the night. Speaking of Elias, and his 'family'... will we get a chance to free those locked in the Void (Cain, Luna, Samson/Ciel, and more)? Because... I want to free all of them, you know. And reunite with others...
Now, quick question - are Nomos and Shade one? I mean... Like Nostra is Jirachi (which is later confirmed), is Shade's soul connected to doll? Or is Nomos their body? There is definitely a connection between the two, as we see when Nomos/Shade save us, Noel and Radomus from PULSE Clawitzer. That "bond" would explain connections between Shade and Anna.
Speaking about PULSE Clawitzer... actually, no, I'll say it in the part about Major Battles.
Also "R.I.P." for Zero. From Admin... to mere Grunt. Not Ace, not even Knight... just Grunt. That must've hurt. At least he has Lumi, and Eve.
Also, I don't know why I was laughing at Sigmund being protected by Serra and Cal while Saphira had wanted to tear his throat apart.
But that wasn't given to her because... because...
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Who did that? Lin...? Or that "absolutely off the mark" PULSE Mr. Mime? And who had designed it? On what drugs had you been, devs?
True, Sigmund wasn't the nicest... But he DIDN'T deserve that! Like-... TH'FUCK?!
We have reached Edge Rising's level of edginess, ladies and gentlemen. @Evi Crystal, my condolences...
And obviously Saphira wouldn't take that message kindly.
After that... perhaps my personal favorite. ¡«T0urn@ment 0f B00t¥»!
Exciting fights, getting to know more about other characters, pure randomness, and of course Terra!
I know writing her dialogue can cause a stroke, but curse me if the effect wasn't awesome. Those random sounds, her either completely-off-the-mark or extremely-accurate description (like naming Victoria "more roadblocking than Snorlax" or while Eve declaring that there were 17 people, she said: "THERE'S 16 OF YA... cuz zero doesn't count" - that was... GODDAMMIT TERRA), the style of speech and puns of various sorts. Even roasting us to 3rd degree (my personal favorite was when she used "Google Translate-ish" voice while describing Florinia - pure GOLD).
Those were fun, but then while facing Saphira and her... rather unfair "puzzle", I could FINALLY get my final Badge.
...it was anticlimactic...More on that in other post.
Then... Man, I haven't expected that rollercoaster of emotions (neither that "no fonts" battle which actually forced me to use Revives {even through I promised not to use them} because I have made some... really stupid mistakes; plus I hate Glitch Field)
Still... I wonder if what Terra has said about Florinia was another mind game... or her honest emotions.
I bet the latter, as the manner of speech was... very normal. And actually hitting Rini personally...
Were Terra and Florinia accustomed at any point? Because both are geniuses in technological advances, and it seems both knew each other, like... when Terra said "You used to laugh a lot..." or something like that...
Crap, my heart... I hope I won't experience any of those-
sees Solaris in front of Victory Road
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rly?
For a moment, hearing him, I was genuinely terrified - especially when he sent Garchomp, and his theme sounded... my PTSD activated immedia
But I quickly realized... "we" weren't the target, but Lin (who somehow was behind us). He later confirms it ("...even those within Team itself").
That was so intense, that I've actually forgotten that... well...
Anyways, I don't know why, but for a moment when we regained concussioness, I thought that Solaris had won, as there was no blood on the battlefield.
...but...it was...several feet away...
And Solaris... Solaris had most likely been thrown and slided his face through stone...
When I saw that Cultist with Sylveon trying to save him... f-for a moment through t-that he.... he might.......
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and i needed yet another emotional break (but i wasn't crying this time; just manly salute)
Reborn Region's Victory Road is larger that 10 year old me's stomach.
Going through it took me literal hours. But I'm not complaining: because I love that puzzles with adjusting Crystals. Since elementary school, I've loved Einstein's Riddles, so those weren't as difficult for me as for others.
The Minecarts puzzles were arduous, but doable.
Seeking Crystal Stars was definitely the hardest one - I actually had to look for solutions after I couldn't find the last 2.
And about the remaining Meteor Executives... meh.
At least Blake was funny. Asshole, but funny asshole; a type of friend many would like to have. Unlike that degenerate Fern...
DID YOU SERIOUSLY THINK THAT AFTER STEALING MY BADGES YOU WOULD JUST WALK INTO THE LEAGUE LIKE NOTHING HAPPENED?! REMINDER: BOTH ELIAS AND BENNETT ARE IN THE LEAGUE, AND THEY WOULDN'T ALLOW YOU TO PARTICIPATE, AS THEY KNOW YOU, FUCKER! ALSO WHAT YOUR PUNY GRASSY TYPES COULD DO AGAINST HEATHER, HUH?! LITTLE SPOILER - NOTHING! NOTHING, YOU'D LOSE AT THE VERY START! AS YOU ARE NOTHING BUT A SMALL, PATHETIC, STINKY! LYING, MOTHERFUCKIN' LOSER!!!
phew...i've finally gotten this off my chest
Anyways, Elite Four...
After being dealt with the bullshit of full teams of PULSE2, I expected those battles to be a breeze. The first two, mostly yes.
But the deeper I was going, the harder it got. I've defeated all 5 of them first try (but not without some Pokemon fainting in the process)
And then... the moment of truth. I was about to avenge my fallen comrades, to protect the region and friends, to save the world... from the humanoid entity known as "Lin"...
And right off the bat she flexes on me that not only has she stolen Pokemon, but also themes; during the battle, there was Solaris' Battle Theme playing, not other but his. I get that dead don't need those... but that was too much.
The battle was... difficult - I believe all of them did have PULSE2. Me playing on Set didn't help either.
But Trick Room was the right call as EVERY Pokemon on her team was fast; so Trick Room heavily countered her. However... I quickly noticed something - that was a battle... on Neutral Field. Not the New World. Also despite being Dragon specialist, she has had 3 Psychic types and 3 Fairy types, with only 1 actual Dragon. And fandom laughs at Lance for his "Dragon speciality", smh.
Also... The fact that I was on her 5th Pokemon (in my case, that was , and I haven't seen neither Hydreigon nor Arceus was... worrying. And when I saw PULSE Abra... I IMMEDIATELY realized there will be Round 2.
And I wasn't wrong - teleported to Grand Stairway, succed into the Citadel, and forced to catch Lin, reaching the top, and enter "New World"
This battle... has given me a appreciation for Trick Room. Really - I think I'm gonna use it in competitive now instead of Sandstorm Spread combo. Which is reasonably effective, but VERY VULNERABLE to most kinds of cheesing, like Guard Split Shuckle-Chansey combo.
Because most of her Pokemon were immune to speed drop - either because they were Flying-types, or had Levitate. And those who didn't, were bulky... very bulky. And then we have that fucking Celeesteela which is both! I HATE ULTRA BEASTS!!!
Also, shoutout to whoever had created Arc-PULSE sprite and type-changing animation because it... looks... dope!
Battles was very challenging, but first try. Only because I had Trick Room, Full Restores, and sheer dumb luck with Arceus.
And, um... Can. you...
Can someone explain the meaning of the ending? After the battle?
When I've defeated her, it was, like, 3 A.M. in Poland, so I just skimmed through, save the game and close it.
And now I can't remember what did exactly happen after the battle.
Was it true Lin to laugh at me, wanting to play and such... or someone else...?
Man, I need to remember: do not play any cryptic games during night.
If you wanna say something about it, DON'T FORGET about putting this in Spoiler part.
Because... That'd be a shame if someone had accidentally spoiled themselves something just because someone was careless, agreed?
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I'll say that in advance.
Happy Easter Day, y'all. Be strong, be healthy, be nice, be... yourselves.
And may Lord Arceus assist you in the final battle - as, in a next few days, everything will finally resolve, and I hope, to our benefit.
As for me, I'm gonna disappear for a week or so. First a family gatherings, then hunting Luvdicses, as somehow, don't have many Heart Scales, exams on college, and connecting all loose ends in Reborn Region.
But by then, sayonara~
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With V19 starting... very soon, I think it's time for big bang preparations.
Especially for that Lin, which is actually the only battle I'm truly concerned for:
- Saphira - it's basically Dragon Tamer vs Dragon Tamer; I am already prepared
- PULSE Mr. Mime - I bet this is a very defensive Pokemon, so it shouldn't pose any real threat
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PULSE Clawitzer - the reverse or Mr. Mime; a speedy glass cannon (I hope), so if I get a chance to boost, it can be defeated rather easily... assuming it doesn't get a priority move
- I say that, assuming those are controlled by Sigmund and Sirius respectively; which I think is logical - those two are counterparts of sorts
- Elite Four - they may pose a threat, but after reading various theories, and seeing potential teams, I might create a team for them from the Pokemon I already have (assuming we could change teams between battles; if not... I just create the most universal team I can; I'm quite good at it)
But Lin, especially Darkium Z Hydreigon and Arceus, those scare me. Especially when considering they will have PULSE2 or other cheating bullshit.
However! I do have the strategy; which involves turning the advantage of her Field... against her.
With how she likes to overpower and break through everything at ease, she is no match for the strategic mastermind such as myself.
I will make her sweat, cry and bleed... until I hear her crumbling and begging for mercy.
We... are in endgame.
And it's high time to put the end to her plans... and entire existence.
I will futfill Ame's last request, to make Reborn great again... by eliminating that witch once, and, for, all...
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I have an Italian friend, but have had no idea about "bestemmie" stuff. Or Giorno, Dio's son, defeating Diavolo. Literally... God's son defeated Devil Bible reference Well then... I'm gonna disappear for a week, it seems. To not accidentally spoil the game. As I have done it previously - trying to know more about Ame (ouch....). To be fair, I have already a scenario for V19; for my fanfic... and it's so fucking amazing that I think I won't change it unless original will be significantly better
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Maybe...? I mean, yeah, English is the most popular language overall... But that somehow made me think that most are native English speakers. Why would they...? Except the fact Part 5 have taken place in Italy. And most of the main cast is Italian (except the protagonist)
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It truly is
