Summary
Fans have noticed thatPokemon Legends: Z-A’s official box art features a flying Mega Scizor, even though previousPokemoninstallments state it’s unable to do so.Pokemon Legends: Z-Awill be heavily focused on Mega Evolutions, and has already confirmed a Nintendo Switch release date for October 16.
Since its introduction inPokemon X and Y, Mega Scizor has remained a fan-favorite out ofall Gen 2 Mega Evolutions. While its predecessor, Scyther, is a Bug/Flying-type, Mega Scizor is a Bug/Steel-type. Its inability to fly is further addressed in Scizor’s Pokedex entries in Gen 2, 3, and 4 games, which describe that Scizor doesn’t flap its wings for flying, but for adjusting its body temperature. For this reason, it has become general knowledge that Mega Scizor cannot fly. However, fans have pointed out how a recent piece of officialPokemonart might contradict this.
Redditor Proxer pointed out how the officialbox cover art ofPokemon Legends: Z-Ashows Mega Scizor up in the air in what seems to be an aerial battle against Noivern. “So Mega Scizor can fly?” wondered the fan. Proxer argued that the Scyther evolution line is known for being able to use its wings just to dash. This detail about Mega Scizor in theLegends: Z-Aart sparked a debate in the comments about whether the Bug/Steel Pokemon could have new abilities now or not. Under the post, some users commented that Scizor has been shown to hover around inPokemon Legends: Arceus. In other media, likePokken Tournamentor thePokemonanimated series, Scizor can also jump quite high instead of flying. However, other fans have stated that, if Mega Scizor could indeed fly inLegends: Z-A, it would be a befitting skill for the winged pocket monster.
Pokemon Legends: Z-A Box Cover Art Suggests Mega Scizor Can Fly
Pokemon Legends: Z-A’s combat mechanics will differ greatly from previous entries. Pokemon will be able to move freely around the battlefield, and range will play an important part in landing an attack. It will be interesting to see how flying Pokemon will perform in these scenarios. Aside from Mega Scizor,Pokemon Legends: Z-Ais bringing back several Mega Evolutionslike Lucario, Absol, and Charizard’s. There are also rumors that the game might add new Mega forms for several Pokemon. This includes the game’s starters, which means Mega Meganium, Mega Feraligatr, and Mega Emboar could become a reality.
WhilePokemon Legends: Z-Ais still months away, anew Pokemon Presents eventis scheduled for July 22. The presentation will likely reveal more details about the game, including gameplay mechanics, characters, and Lumiose City’s central hub.
