A Look at the Myths that Inspired Pokemon
The world of Pokemon draws from many inspirations. The creator of the series, Satoshi Tajiri, has revealed that Pokemon was inspired by his childhood insect-collecting hobby, and the games are meant to be a way for kids to experience that same joy in an urban area. Since the release of the first games in 1996, the series has expanded its range of influences and while Japanese myths and folktales are still a strong influence, elements from myths from around the world can be found in Pokemon games.
The designs and evolution lines of certain Pokemon may seem quite strange at first, but if one understands the myths behind them, they suddenly make a lot more sense. Similarly, a bit of knowledge of mythology and folktales can shed some light on why certain Pokemon types interact with each other the way they do. With over 900 Pokemon to catch, some of them will inevitably fail to click with certain gamers. However, understanding the myths and stories behind the Pokemon can kindle a newfound appreciation for even the most unlikeable critters.
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Should Avoid This Starter Evolution Trend
The Fairy-type was introduced in Pokemon's sixth generation, and it is there to add a bit of balance to the game. Before Pokemon X and Y, Dragon-type Pokemon easily dominated most battles because they had very few weaknesses and a very strong moveset. Although Pokemon's array of Dragon-types is impressive, it does become boring when players battle online and face dragons repeatedly.
With Fairy-type Pokemon, the playing field is evened a bit. Fairy-types are immune to Dragon-type attacks, and Dragon-type Pokemon are weak against Fairy-type attacks. With Fairy-types in the pictures, players can no longer bring a team full of
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