With only its reveal trailer shown so far,Pokemon Legends: Z-Ais a mysterious project which will either follow the formula of its predecessor in Arceus or break that mold with its own new structure. While the latter has been hinted at through the singular focus on Lumiose City that was featured in the trailer, even this route wouldn’t necessarily mean thatPokemon Legends: Z-Acan’t still bring more context to the rest of the Kalos region.
By being set in Sinnoh during a time when it was known as theHisui region,Legends: Arceuswas able to shine an entirely new light on an established part of the franchise which remained untouched for years. While being set solely within one city would mean thatLegends: Z-Acan’t give the same treatment to the entirety of its own region, other cities and towns might still find a place if they are somehow represented within the bounds of Lumiose.
Represention of Kalos Through Potential Key NPCs in Lumiose
The Identities of Pokemon and Y’s Locations Can Be Reflected in Trainers
The inclusion of NPCs capable of embodying the spirit of respective locations could be a way to integrate the broader region of Kalos into one city. Whether they serve as quest-givers, sources of lore, or challenging roadblocks, this content has the potential to showcase what makes various places fromX and Yunique. Example might include:
Legends Z-A’s Unknown Timeline Presents Different Routes
With it being unknown if the next Legends title will follow Arceus by being set within the past or instead venture into the future, familiar faces are just as likely to appear as their ancestors or descendants. Considering that the story around the possibly immortalking AZ inPokemon X and Yhas been an area of speculation since the original Kalos games, however, a character like him may have a role no matter what directionZ-Agoes in.
Kalos' Iconic Landmarks Outside Lumiose Need Homages
A Region Set Up for Historical and Cultural References
It is still a massive area compared to similar places across the greater series, but Lumiose City could ultimately be broken down into a few avenues and boulevards in its original incarnation. IfLegends: Z-Adials up its scaleto the point that this city is the game’s entire map though, it will need a creative approach to expanding on its offerings to honor the rest of the Kalos region. Major landmarks which shouldn’t be forgotten can be found in places such as:
Pokemon Legends Z-A
The sequel to Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Pokemon Legends: Z-A takes Pokemon trainers back to the Kalos region’s Lumiose City.
