This morning, we were treated to an extensive preview of Pokémon Legends: Z-A, Game Freak's latest venture into the futuristic world of Pokémon, set in the iconic Lumiose City from Pokémon X/Y. The trailer showcased exciting features like rooftop running, revamped battling mechanics, and the return of Mega Evolution. However, it left us with numerous questions about the game's timeline and potential returning characters.
The Pokémon community is buzzing with theories and speculation, eager to piece together the puzzle of Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
For context, while most Pokémon games are standalone, the first *Pokémon Legends* game introduced time travel and featured locations from *Pokémon Diamond and Pearl* set centuries in the past, along with characters who were ancestors of those in other games. Given this precedent, fans are curious about the setting of *Pokémon Legends: Z-A*, potential time travel elements, and familiar faces we might encounter in Lumiose City.Since the trailer's debut, fans have been meticulously analyzing it for connections to other Pokémon games, uncovering a wealth of intriguing links. The most evident connection is the character AZ, directly mentioned in the trailer. Known for his immortality granted 3000 years before Pokémon X and Y, AZ's presence in Z-A—running a hotel in Lumiose City and reunited with his Floette—suggests the game takes place after X and Y.
az taller than a mf giraffe
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }Subtler connections have also been spotted. One fan-favorite theory revolves around the potential presence of the Looker Bureau in Z-A. Looker, the beloved detective from Pokémon Black and White and subsequent games, might be back, as an office in the trailer closely resembles the Looker Bureau from past games. This has led fans to speculate about the return of Looker or his protégé Emma.
Looker confirmed for Legends Z-A?
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }Another wild theory suggests a connection between the protagonists of Pokémon Legends: Z-A and Ethan and Lyra from Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver. The resemblance has sparked speculation about a time-travel scenario where these characters are transported from Johto to a futuristic Lumiose City.
am i going crazy or the new mcs are literally ethan and lyra
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }Alternatively, some fans believe the protagonists resemble Professor Sycamore and Grace from Pokémon X and Y, hinting at a different origin story that ties into the series' tradition of exploring ancestry.
ZA protagonist relatives
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }The timeline of Pokémon Legends: Z-A remains a mystery, with the possibility of it being set hundreds of years after Pokémon X and Y. This is supported by the futuristic depiction of Lumiose City, which would have taken decades to develop. If true, the protagonists and other characters could be descendants of those they resemble.
ITS A SEQUEL?!?
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }Another character drawing significant attention is a mysterious woman in the key art, resembling a Hex Maniac from Pokémon X and Y. This character type is linked to the unresolved mystery of the "Ghost Girl" in X and Y, where a Hex Maniac appears in a creepy, unexplained scene. Her presence in Legends: Z-A has fans hopeful for a resolution to this long-standing enigma.
New hex?
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }As we await the release of Pokémon Legends: Z-A in late 2025, the community will continue to uncover new discoveries and connections. In the meantime, you can catch up on all the latest announcements from today's Pokémon Presents, including news on Legends: Z-A, mobile gaming, Pokémon Champions, and more, right here.
