How Legends: Arceus Made Pokémon Characters Matter
Pokémon Legends: Arceus is largely regarded as the best Pokémon game in recent years, and a large part of that reputation has to do with its story and characters. While Pokémon games feature many unique and vibrant NPCs that accompany players on their adventures, their appearances are highly irregular and brief. In many ways, the most constant companions for players are their shifting Pokémon parties growing and evolving alongside their Trainer. While this phenomenon still exists in Pokémon Legends: Arceus, the game's characters are far more developed and personable than in previous titles. Since most core series Pokémon games feature short quests that barely contribute to each Town's lore or character development, Legends: Arceus' gameplay loop places characters at the center of each Research Task and main quest.
Pokémon Legends: Arceus takes place in Ancient Sinnoh, also known as Hisui, where the player character is sent back in time to fulfill Arceus' wish and meet every Pokémon. To earn their keep in Jubilife Village, the player joins the Galaxy Expedition Team's Survey Corps. As the game progresses, players unravel the mystery behind Hisui's frenzied Noble Pokémon and the space-time wormhole above Mount Coronet. Along the way, they must catch and study several hundred Pokémon in the region, raising their Research Level to ten.
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As one of the few established colonies in Hisui, Pokémon Legends: Arceus' Jubilife Village maintains a relatively consistent roster of inhabitants, ensuring players can quickly learn names, personalities, and locations. In addition, many characters offer players repeat quests or feature questlines that continue
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