Many are hoping Game Freak and Nintendo show off more of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet soon, as everything about the new gen has been quiet since the reveal. It stands to reason that Nintendo will host a Pokemon Direct sometime in June, and that’s likely when fans will get more answers. In the meantime, there has been plenty of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet fan art, rumors, and more to keep the topic in conversation.
Many have also likely reasoned Pokemon Scarlet and Violet’s release date as November. It’s not certain, of course, but that block for Nintendo is still open, it fits Pokemon’s normal release window, and it would be good timing for holiday shopping. While a lot that may determine which version someone will get is still behind the curtain, one known and reliable leaker has provided some new information on the Pokemon Violet mascot legendary.
For those unfamiliar, Riddler Khu is a known and proven leaker in the Pokemon community. They are, generally speaking, one of the few trusted sources out there, having accurately leaked information about Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, Pokemon Legends: Arceus, and even Pokemon Scarlet and Violet’s starters. However, Riddler Khu often keeps their leaks in riddle form, but their recent one is pretty much on the nose.
Based on an image Khu posted, they suggest that Pokemon Violet’s mascot will be rideable in the game. This makes sense given this occurrence in the anime (which is used for the riddle), as well as Pokemon Scarlet and Violet’s open-world structure. Interestingly enough, this also seems to imply that the Pokemon Scarlet legendary will not be rideable—perhaps due to their physical shape, form, and/or lore.
Khu would also rate the Pokemon Scarlet and Violet legendaries as 10/10, adding that they prefer the Violet legendary since “it’s way more cooler because of the specific motif.” In other words, the two legendaries likely share different design motifs, meaning they won’t be as similar as Pokemon Sword and Shield’s Zacian and Zamazenta.
Although Khu’s hints and words have proven themselves more reliable than random online users, fans should still take this with a grain of salt, as with all rumors. Not much about Pokemon Scarlet and Violet is certain until the companies involve showcase more. If fans are lucky, perhaps that will prove to be sooner rather than later.
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet release in late 2022 for Nintendo Switch.
Source: Riddler Khu
