If I had to pick the three standout stars of Gen 5, it would easily be Cofagrigus, Galvantula, and Chandelure. These three not only demonstrate cool typings/gameplay niches, but they're also fantastic designs that while you wouldn't mistake them for Gen 1, are prime examples of the best in modern Pokemon design.
We've been over how fantastic and spoooooky the color scheme is, but I love how it's now slightly reminiscent of Cinderella's carriage. See how the bulb looks almost like a pumpkin, and the arms curl like vines? brilliant. the way it sways is great, too.
Chandelure is an amazing guy, is what I'm trying to say. 145 base Sp. Attack is completely insane, almost illegal. Flamethrower, Shadow Ball, it's over. but seriously, this killing machine has the highest Special Attack out of all non-legendary Pokemon. And even so, it ties for 5th with Thundurus in terms of all-time highs. If Machoke have nightmares, this is what they see.
Overall: 10/10
The ghost of a jack-o-lantern that caught on fire. What is your opinion on the warlord designs for pokemon conquest?
ReplyDeleteyou know, that would be a very good topic to use as filler, during the months between the end of Gen 5 and the release of Gen 6...
DeleteYep. Best Gen 5 Pokemon right there.
ReplyDeleteThe shiny sprite is amazing too.
ReplyDeleteHow pissed would you be if they made a normal type with Flash fire in X&Y? Though Chandalure does have shadow tag.
ReplyDeleteSo you've finally made it through the 4 Pokemon I consider my very favorite. You have given them a 9, 10, 3 and 10 in National Dex order.
ReplyDeleteThis is also probably my single favorite overall evolution line.
Now I'm curious as to what they all are....
DeleteExploud, Tropius, Magnezone, and of course, Chandelure.
DeleteI agree, absolutely fantastic Pokemon, in design and usefulness, that kind of Pokemon that is useful in the game AND metagame.
ReplyDeleteAlso, shadow tag is pure love.