Summary
WithPokemon Legends: Z-Aconfirming the return of Mega Evolutions, fans have been wondering which Pokemon will join theillustrious Mega Evolution lineupcome release day. Out of all Pokemon, Legendary Pokemon are among the most hotly debated, as their Base Stat Totals are usually the highest, meaning they are usually the first to come to mind when attempting to craft a perfect team.
Due to the game taking place in Lumiose City of the Kalos region and the nature of its predecessor,Pokemon Legends: Arceus, there is reason to believe someLegendary Pokemoncould have more of a chance ofreceiving a Mega Evolutionthan others.
10Celebi
It’s Time To Give Celebi A Chance
Though, at first thought, a Celebi Mega Evolution may seem unlikely, there are some clues that could give a foundation for the Time Travel Pokemon’s appearance and subsequent Mega Evolution. With the previous installment in thePokemon Legendsseries,Pokemon Legends: Arceus, taking place in the past, there is a chance thatPokemon Legends: Z-Acould follow the same vein. Celebi’s time-traveling powers could allow the game to have players jump back and forth in time to various points in Lumiose City’s history.
Celebi is also theonly Mythical Pokemonto be obtainable more than once inPokemon X and Y, and with its blanket 100 in every base stat in the game, Mega Celebi could fit any role a trainer needs it to.
9Articuno
The Icing On A Mega Evolution Cake
Articuno is no stranger to alternative forms, with a Regional Galarian Form that changed its typing from Ice Flying to Psychic Flying inThe Crown TundraDLC forPokemon Sword and Shieldbeing the notable example. Its popularity as an original 151 Pokemon as well as the fact that it also appeared and was catchable inPokemon X and Ycould further point towards a potential Mega Evolution inPokemon Legends: Z-A.
Fans could look forward to a Pokemon withgreat Defensive Statswithin an overall Base Stat Total of 680, accounting for the 100 boost from Mega Evolution.
8Zapdos
A Welcome Shock
As a member of the Legendary Bird Trio that was obtainable inPokemon X and Yif trainers picked Fennekin as their starter, Zapdos has the potential to show up upon Kalos' shores once again forPokemon Legends: Z-A. Zapdos would add credibility to a very small 2 Pokemon list ofElectric Mega Evolutionsand would provide fans with another redesign of a fan-favorite Pokemon, such as its Galarian Form fromThe Crown TundraDLC ofPokemon Sword and Shield.
If Mega Zapdos keeps its original form’s typing of Electric/Flying, trainers will only have to watch out for Rock and Ice moves before countering with Zapdos' impressive base 125 Special Attack stat that can only get better once it Mega Evolves.
7Moltres
Burning Its Way Into Legends
Familiar with the region of Kalos, the homeland forPokemon Legends: Z-A, Moltres was catchable inPokemon X and Yat Azure Bay if trainers picked Froakie as their starter. This could be the case again in the upcoming installment in theLegendsseries, and the Flame Pokemon could also be seen sporting a new Mega Evolution.
If Moltres gains a Mega Evolution for its original form or its Galarian Form, it will bethe first Legendaryof its primary typing of Fire and Dark respectively, giving trainers ample reason to add it to their team, even without having to mention its potential 680 Base Stat Pool upon Mega Evolving.
6Mew
Following Its Clone’s Footsteps
Along with the Legendary Bird Trio, Mewtwo also found itself in Kalos, allowing trainers to not only catch the Legendary Pokemon from the Unknown Dungeon but also Mega Evolve it. With Mew being the original Pokemon that Mewtwo was based on,Pokemon Legends: Z-Acould potentially give the New Species Pokemon the same treatment they did its clone.
Though it’s unlikely that Mew will also be given two Mega Evolutions, there is still an opportunity for the Pokemon to expand on its impressive 100 spread over all 6 Primary Base Stats. With Mew’s ability to learn any move taught by TM, Pokemon trainers will be lining up to add the Psychic type to their team if it gains a Mega Evolution.
5Hoopa
Wishing For A Mega Evolution
Due to its Mythical Pokemon status, fans may remember Hoopa more from its movie appearance inPokemon the Movie: Hoopa and the Clash of Agesthan in the video games. However, with its debut coming as an obtainable event Pokemon inPokemon X and Y, there is a chance that Hoopa could find itself in a story role inPokemon Legends: Z-A.
Hoopa isn’t a Pokemon that’s unfamiliar to alternate forms, with the Mischief Pokemon coming in either Hoopa Confined form or Hoopa Unbound form via the Prison Bottle. With this in mind, it isn’t too much of a stretch to see it also hosting a Mega Evolution form as well, one that could switch up its secondary type much like its Confined and Unbound forms do, being Ghost and Dark type respectively.
4Volcanion
The Most Unique Mega Evolution Typing
Volcanion may not be a well-known name among more casual fans of the franchise due to its status as a Mythical Legendary, meaning it was only attainable via events in its video game appearances. Still, with its debut coming in Generation 6 andPokemon Legends: Z-Ataking place in its home region, Volcanion could play a more significant role than it has in the past.
Withits unique typingof Fire and Water, meaning no other Pokemon shares its pairing, Volcanion could prove to be a special Mega Evolution that will put other trainers on the defensive against its impressive 130 Special Attack stat.
3Xerneas
Adding Life To The Mega Evolution Scene
Being the box art Legendary forPokemon Xshould put Xerneas in the front running for a Mega Evolution inPokemon Legends: Z-Awith the game taking place in its home region of Kalos. The Life Pokemon could play the same role as Dialga and Palkia. With the Spatial and Temporal Pokemon getting Origin forms, it makes sense that Xerneas would get a unique extra form of its own.
With the 100 boost of Mega Evolution, Xerneas will have a higher base stat total than its fellow Fairy Mega Evolutions, even piping Mythical Legendary Diancie, which would make it a fine addition to a trainer’s team.
2Yveltal
Bringing Destruction In Its Wake
WithPokemon Legends: Z-Areturning to Kalos, the box art Legendary forPokemon Ycould be in the running for a Mega Evolution. The Destruction Pokemon could play a pivotal role in the main story and would present players with either a very intimidating boss fight or a powerful member of their party. The opportunity for a Mega Yveltal to use its signature move, Oblivion Wing, will more than likely have fans champing at the bit to see this new form.
Mega Yveltal would equal the highest base stat total of any Mega Evolution, rivaling Mega Mewtwo X and Y alongside Mega Rayquaza. With its ability, Dark Aura, boosting the power of Dark Type moves by 33% and an extra STAB bonus, Mega Yveltal could be thebest Dark Typein the franchise.
1Zygarde
The Z In Z-A Stands For Zygarde
Ever sincePokemon X and Yreached the shelves of local supermarkets, fans of the franchise have been clamoring for Zygarde to get its due diligence. Planned as a trio along with Xerneas and Yeveltal, Zygarde never got a game to showcase its story. Seemingly though, Zygarde will be thrust into the spotlight inPokemon Legends: Z-A, and the perfect way to round out this titular Pokemon is by giving it a Mega Evolution.
Due to its many percentage forms, with a different design at 10% and 50% before its Complete Forme, Zygarde could be given the same treatment as Charizard and Mewtwo, who both have multiple Mega Evolutions. If only one of Zygarde’s forms is chosen, fans will be looking for its Complete Forme, whose stat total would rise up to 808 with a Mega Evolution, simultaneously becoming the Pokemon with the highest stat total and the first Pokemon to have a stat total over 800.
