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RE: [Meta Thread] Lord Windos' PokeRole Adventure 2: The Wild Lands - Spiritmon - 06-03-2024
(06-03-2024, 04:10 PM)Dragonstrike Wrote:(06-03-2024, 03:54 PM)Spiritmon Wrote: Yep. I curious to see more of Seddi antics. Paldean I must confess I dont like the desighs of most Pokemon from there, but they have...interesting ideas? Not a big fan the legendary of Mythicals and Legendaries from there, with the exception of Miraidon and Kuraidon. They just...I dont know they didnt give me vibes of Legendary Majesty you know? That "cool" or powerful aura you know? They are not bad, just, not epic enough for me. Dont hate but not like, they pretty meh to me. But Paldea have interesting scenario, I give it that.
My favorite part about Paldea's legends and myths are that none of them are actually forces of nature/existence. The only one that's even related to anything environmental in Paldea at all is Terapagos. It gives them a much more grounded feel than most Legends. The stories of Ogerpon and the Treasures of Ruin are some of my favorites in the series to date, ngl (Gen 4 still tops them though).
Hmm...Terapagos...err to be quite honest, Terapagos is kinda of forgettable to be honest. I kinda dont like the desigh direction in Violet/Scarlet (and most in Sword/Shield) and to me honestly, I see videos in the internet and seeing spoilers of the dlcs, Terapagos dont strike me a powerfull being. No even in his final form. Again, most Legendaries of the last 2 generations in general, doesnt strike me the dominating Aura most Legendary have (Eternatus as a solid exception of course. That Undead Dragon desigh and its final form as a Dimensional Hand is pretty epic in my opinion and show a dominate aura as a god of Death). Koraidon and Miraidon give me someway a more epic aura, with both giving me vibes of apex preadators of the past AND future.
Ogerpon though...I like the story of Ogerpon and the plotwist in the Oger be good instead of evil, but...Errgh I dont know, again the art style direction I not a big fan.
I think my problem with gen 8 and 9 is art direction. Its not like art desigh in Pokemon was always perfect (*cough* *cough* Garbordor) but I be feeling a decline in quality you know what I mean?
RE: [Meta Thread] Lord Windos' PokeRole Adventure 2: The Wild Lands - Pokekitty2 - 06-03-2024
(06-03-2024, 02:22 PM)Spiritmon Wrote: You know, I problably not going to have some response about it (since it is problably something personal) but what was the inspiration of you guys PCs? Or Pokemon partners? You dont need to say all inspirations in case if it is something very personal in you guys backstory.For Sylvia…
I can guess one: Seddi is by chance inspire by Batman because of how he appear in thin air when people need most? And the heroic code of honor? I just joking by the way Dragon, dont worry.
I just really, really love Eeveelutions. I had originally been looking to join a Mystery Dungeon campaign (like Dragonstrike’s), but Windos was kind enough to let me in :)
Espeon is really the only ‘vee I get to play with due to the necessity of telepathy, but I’m quite happy with it.
Her partners (Pokemon partners, that is) are actually designed to provide full attacking type coverage. I had a stint with the competitive scene, so that’s where that comes from. Sir, though, does have his own personality - though I’ve yet to figure anything concrete out for Slash. Ideas are welcome.
Randy is an NPC type I enjoy playing, the semi-clueless shy guide.
As for Sylvia’s demeanor, she’s actually a fairly good representation of myself. Just, exaggerated a bit, and with a few key differences that are yet to be revealed… :P
RE: [Meta Thread] Lord Windos' PokeRole Adventure 2: The Wild Lands - Iron - 06-03-2024
Vernon has been there in my head all along.
RE: [Meta Thread] Lord Windos' PokeRole Adventure 2: The Wild Lands - Spiritmon - 06-03-2024
(06-03-2024, 05:20 PM)Pokekitty2 Wrote:(06-03-2024, 02:22 PM)Spiritmon Wrote: You know, I problably not going to have some response about it (since it is problably something personal) but what was the inspiration of you guys PCs? Or Pokemon partners? You dont need to say all inspirations in case if it is something very personal in you guys backstory.For Sylvia…
I can guess one: Seddi is by chance inspire by Batman because of how he appear in thin air when people need most? And the heroic code of honor? I just joking by the way Dragon, dont worry.
I just really, really love Eeveelutions. I had originally been looking to join a Mystery Dungeon campaign (like Dragonstrike’s), but Windos was kind enough to let me in
Espeon is really the only ‘vee I get to play with due to the necessity of telepathy, but I’m quite happy with it.
Her partners (Pokemon partners, that is) are actually designed to provide full attacking type coverage. I had a stint with the competitive scene, so that’s where that comes from. Sir, though, does have his own personality - though I’ve yet to figure anything concrete out for Slash. Ideas are welcome.
Randy is an NPC type I enjoy playing, the semi-clueless shy guide.
As for Sylvia’s demeanor, she’s actually a fairly good representation of myself. Just, exaggerated a bit, and with a few key differences that are yet to be revealed…
Thats quite awesome actually. See a play as a Pokemon outside of Mystery Dungeon, is quite nice to see. And Espeon is quite a awesome choice of Pokemon to choose from. Specially with the telepathy thing, quite cool.
Nothing wrong to choice a Pokemon for type coverage. Sylvia would problably get along with Fortuna, Oz Honckrow. She is a more calm than most Honckrow and she is quite polite, so I can imagine they having a nice chat between the two. Not to mentioned she is quite wise, since she is Oz oldest and wisest Pokemon. Or maybe Hecate the Hatterene, since Hatterenes are Psychic/Fairy.
Dont worry. I pretty sure you will figure out sooner or later.
I pretty curious to see what kind of key differences will be revealed later. I excited.
RE: [Meta Thread] Lord Windos' PokeRole Adventure 2: The Wild Lands - Spiritmon - 06-03-2024
(06-03-2024, 05:27 PM)Iron Wrote: Vernon has been there in my head all along.
Interesting. I curious to have more interactions with him and know more about him.
RE: [Meta Thread] Lord Windos' PokeRole Adventure 2: The Wild Lands - Mikaruge108 - 06-03-2024
(06-03-2024, 02:22 PM)Spiritmon Wrote: You know, I problably not going to have some response about it (since it is problably something personal) but what was the inspiration of you guys PCs? Or Pokemon partners? You dont need to say all inspirations in case if it is something very personal in you guys backstory.
I can guess one: Seddi is by chance inspire by Batman because of how he appear in thin air when people need most? And the heroic code of honor? I just joking by the way Dragon, dont worry.
Can't say completely, as I don't wanna spoil it, but I will say Darren is connected to a character from SR.
RE: [Meta Thread] Lord Windos' PokeRole Adventure 2: The Wild Lands - Dragonstrike - 06-03-2024
(06-03-2024, 04:52 PM)Spiritmon Wrote: Hmm...Terapagos...err to be quite honest, Terapagos is kinda of forgettable to be honest. I kinda dont like the desigh direction in Violet/Scarlet (and most in Sword/Shield) and to me honestly, I see videos in the internet and seeing spoilers of the dlcs, Terapagos dont strike me a powerfull being. No even in his final form. Again, most Legendaries of the last 2 generations in general, doesnt strike me the dominating Aura most Legendary have (Eternatus as a solid exception of course. That Undead Dragon desigh and its final form as a Dimensional Hand is pretty epic in my opinion and show a dominate aura as a god of Death). Koraidon and Miraidon give me someway a more epic aura, with both giving me vibes of apex preadators of the past AND future.
Ogerpon though...I like the story of Ogerpon and the plotwist in the Oger be good instead of evil, but...Errgh I dont know, again the art style direction I not a big fan.
I think my problem with gen 8 and 9 is art direction. Its not like art desigh in Pokemon was always perfect (*cough* *cough* Garbordor) but I be feeling a decline in quality you know what I mean?
Don't forget the Treasures of Ruin, the foreign relics that became embodiments of destruction due to a king's greed! Extremely metal lore.
Terapagos and the Loyal Three aren't exactly supposed to be intimidating pokemon at a glance tbh. Underestimating their power is a bit of a running theme with SV's DLC stories. The 'raidons are definitely supposed to be intimidating apex predators though, given how the main story of gen 9 ends!
It's fair if the art direction isn't doing it for ya. The overall style of the series has definitely changed a lot over the years. I do like that Game Freak seems to be trying different things with the Legendaries, but not every type of story and design is going to appeal to everyone. And a lot of the awesome lore needs to be dug up from obscure one-liners stated in the games, either by NPCs or hidden away in the pokedex.
(06-03-2024, 07:03 PM)Mikaruge108 Wrote: Can't say completely, as I don't wanna spoil it, but I will say Darren is connected to a character from SR.
Now that is a loaded line of text if I ever read one. Hmmmm...
RE: [Meta Thread] Lord Windos' PokeRole Adventure 2: The Wild Lands - Spiritmon - 06-04-2024
I had to check what the heck was the treasures of Ruin because I completely forgot their existence. Yeah, I agree the lore is metal...but...well, how can I explain...
Wo-Chien just give me vibes of a normal slug you could find in the wild who use Leafs as disguise.
Chien-Pao look to me just a thin sabertooth tiger, and less impressive.
Ting-Lu is interesting, as something truly ancient but more of a "guardian" instead of a embodiment of a calamity.
And Chin-yu...it's a fish. A fish on fire. 10/10 of Pokemon designs.
These supposed to be creatures born of negative human emotions? The so terrifying "Treasures of Ruin"? They don't strike me as a powerful nature's of destruction or ruination, not like the likes of Yveltal, Spiritomb (who mind you, is a "normal" Pokemon found in the wild) or Darkrai (who mind you, is the ruler of Nightmares).
These four treasures of Ruin only strike as simple normal Pokemon you could find around the world. Not literally creatures capable of cause destruction upon the region.
Again, their status don't go along with what is the premise. If The royal was just a bunch of losers who appear in the region as pitiful beings, it would be more surprising. But I don't like much their they get. To me, they are pathetic in their designs.
Terapagos though...I just don't give a deep though. Like I said, his design is pretty forgettable. I don't like or dislike, it's just meh.
Well, I do agree not every design will not dig up. Problem is when the overall art design is just lame. A rich Pokedex is the first thing most Pokemon fans will go for it, and pick up their favorites and less favorites. But when most of its Pokedex is boring, then we have a problem.
There is a reason why Gen 5 art style in most of its Pokemons is not beloved. Awesome story and awesome villain, but Pokemon designs? Err, not much.
Then again, it's just my opinion. Everyone is free to like or dislike the new art direction. It's just the designs of the last generations just don't impressed me.
RE: [Meta Thread] Lord Windos' PokeRole Adventure 2: The Wild Lands - Spiritmon - 06-04-2024
I know it is unfair to make comparisons from one generation to another, but I think it is important to compare what we had before in previous generations to what we have now. To see what did get worse and what as improved. As Pokemon consumers, we have that right.
RE: [Meta Thread] Lord Windos' PokeRole Adventure 2: The Wild Lands - Dragonstrike - 06-04-2024
Again, the ToR leans a bit into the idea that appearances can be deceiving that Gen 9 does with a lot of its Legends. The stories of Gen 9 all revolve around reputations of some variety, both pre-established and in the works. First Impressions are important, but the context of a first impression is also important since a pre-existing reputation can affect that. It's also something that I worked into Seddi's design since he dresses like a cowboy of all things, but he has quite the reputation among the Paldean League for a few reasons. He's not someone most people are going to take seriously at a glance until he actually starts kicking their teeth in or flexing his credentials.
Something I can say about Seddi's background is that he's privy to a lot of information that might be less known to the general public due to his position. And he would be incredibly worried if he were to hear anything about the ToR since the examples he knows of are supposed to be in containment under the watchful eye of an incredibly powerful trainer.
The existence of such beasts also raises potential concerns about, say, the Keenglaive Artifacts that Terra has in his possession. That's a potential worry, given the rather sour history that those items have been involved in recently.
You would be hard pressed to get Seddi to talk about any of this IC if it isn't relevant though because it's all rather classified info.