Although the titular trio for Pokemon Legends: ZA has yet to be officially confirmed, Totodile may be the most likely candidate for the game's starting Water-type Pokemon if fan theories and alleged leaks are to be believed. Thanks to his predecessor, Pokemon Legends: Arceus, and its cross-generational lineup of starter Pokemon, it seems like players are anticipating it Pokemon Legends: ZA will take the same approach with their starting trio. However, of the eight remaining options for Legends: ZAIt's already been predicted that Generation II's Totodile Water-type starter Pokemon will be Game Freak's yet-to-be-confirmed pick.
While Legends: Arceus has already introduced Cyndaquil, another Generation II starter Pokemon, as part of its trio, this shouldn't mean that Totodile isn't out of the running for Legends: ZA. In fact, there are already leaks and fan theories about it Legends: ZA's suggests that Totodile will join the likes of Pokémon Turtwig, Litten, Snivy, and Torchic, though all of these remain speculative without official confirmation. Yet, given the frequency with which Totodile continues to emerge among these rumors, it seems so Pokémon players have already decided before Game Freak reveals which Water-type starter Pokemon they want to see Legends: ZA.
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Totodile would be an excellent choice for Pokemon Legends: ZA
Some leaks and theories claim that Totodile is Pokemon Legends: ZA's starter Water-type Pokemon
Following the revelation of Legends: ZAmany leaks and fan theories have since suggested that Totodile will be the game's starting Water-type Pokemon, finally lending credibility to the rumor despite no official word from Game Freak. These same leaks even suggested that Totodile would be receiving a new regional form and Mega Evolution, details online Legends: Arceus also featuring regional starter Pokemon and Legends: ZAwhich suggests the return of Mega Evolutions. However, for a long time Pokémonthe leaker anticipated it Legends: ZA the starters would include Pokemon from generations 3, 5, and 8, meaning that Totodile from generation 2 would be out of the running.
Totodile still has potential for Pokemon Legends: ZA
Regardless of these rumors, Totodile would still be a worthwhile addition Legends: ZA or any other like-minded game like starter Pokemon as Totodile combines cute design with nostalgia for one of Pokémonthe older generations. For example, when the Fire-type starter Fuecoco was revealed Pokemon Scarlet AND Violafans quickly compared him to Totodile due to their shared inspiration and childlike silliness. Given that Totodile's design has stood the test of time and is highly regarded by fans, it would be a natural fit for a game like Legends: ZA, which gives starter Pokemon from generations past a second chance in the spotlight.
But beyond that, Totodile would also be an ideal starter Pokemon to revamp Legends: ZA due to both his age and his unique Water-type when fully evolved. Just like its Generation II starter Pokémon companion, Cyndaquil Legends: ArceusTotodile could benefit greatly from receiving a regional form or evolving with a new secondary type, bringing it in line with many other starter Pokemon from recent generations. In addition to potentially receiving a new Mega Evolution, some rumors suggest that Totodile could gain a Steel-type when it evolves into a potential regional Feraligatr in Legends: ZA.
Pokemon Legends: ZA's Lumiose City could inspire a new Totodile line
Based on what little is known about the game's story and setting, it's unclear how exactly Totodile would be involved. Legends: ZAof the urban redevelopment of Luminopoli. As theorized with past starter trios, it is believed that Game Freak chooses its starter Pokemon inspired by the region or a specific theme, such as Pokémon Sword AND Shield's is inspired by English music, sport and film entertainment. So with the Totodile line inspired by crocodiles and alligators, perhaps Legends: ZA could embrace its urban redevelopment project with a regional Feraligatr based on the urban legends of sewer alligators.
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