The Case for a New Sound Type in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Right now, the only things fans know for certain about Pokemon Scarlet and Violet are what the starters look like, as well as what a few places in the region look like. Many are hoping Game Freak shows more at a Pokemon Direct next month, but the silence may be driving a few fans stir crazy. After all, if the reception of the Pokemon Scarlet and Violet starters are any indication, this region could be a good one.
Not just that, but with Pokemon Scarlet and Violet taking a full-fledged open-world approach, the new games are looking like what fans wanted on the Switch with Pokemon Sword and Shield. One thing it could do, however unlikely, to push this region over the top is introduce a new type.
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Theory May Reveal New Details About Legendary Pokemon
If Pokemon Scarlet and Violet introduce a new type, which is a big if, then there’s not really a better option than a Sound type. It should be noted that current rumors suggest the new Pokemon Scarlet and Violet gimmick is based on types, but that in and of itself would not support nor contradict the potential of a new Type.
It should be noted that there is no real pattern when it comes to new Pokemon types, as there have only been three added ever. In Gen 2, Pokemon introduced the Dark and Steel Types to balance the Ghost and Normal Types, whileFairy was introduced to better balance out Dragon Pokemon in Gen 6. Balances changes are always welcome, but there’s no real reason to think that a whole new type is needed.
Arguably, Sound could factor into the ground/flying/rock dynamics somewhere, but it wouldn't presumably introduce any game-changing elements as Fairy did. Just because it isn’t needed, however, doesn’t mean it wouldn’t be welcome. Since new
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