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The recent reveal of Pokemon Legends: Z-A didn’t give away too much information about the upcoming sequel, but it did tease the return of one of the most fan-lauded features in the history of the franchise. Mega Evolutions will be making a return in Pokemon Legends: Z-A, and while it will be great to see old Mega forms renewed for the new era like Mega Garchomp and Mega Gyarados, the real hype lies in which new Mega forms will be coming in this game. Here are some of the Pokemon who most need a Mega Evolution in Pokemon Legends: Z-A.
10. Serperior
As of right now, the only starter Pokemon with Mega Evolutions are the original trio from Gen 1 and the Gen 3 trio. Pokemon Legends: Arceus utilized starter Pokemon from three different regions: Rowlett, Cyndaquil, and Oshawott, and gave them new Hisuian forms. Pokemon Legends: Z-A could do something similar but give Mega Evolutions instead. If that’s the case, Snivy and its final evolution Serperior should be first in line for the Grass-type starters. Serperior is, unfortunately, one of the least loved Grass starters due to having some fairly weak stats aside from its Speed. A Mega Evolution could turn this vine snake into a more fearsome opponent.
9. Quaquaval
While on the subject of starters who could use Mega Evolutions, Quaquaval could be the representative of its generation and the first Pokemon from the Paldea region to receive this feature. Quaquaval goes first in line primarily because its final evolution was the most poorly received of all the Scarlet and Violet starters. It just doesn’t really feel like the proper finish to Quaxly’s fan-favorite design. A Mega Quaquaval could give Quaxly the final form it deserves.
8. Pyroar
Despite being introduced in Gen 6, Mega Evolutions for Kalos Pokemon are actually surprisingly scarce. The only one that actually exists as of writing this is Mega Diancie, so a game returning to the region and bringing Mega Evolutions back should definitely throw some toward the Pokemon that have now become veterans in the series. Pyroar is a standout for already having an interesting design while not being something that gets much competitive attention.
7. Scream Tail
Paradox Pokemon are the standout addition to Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, and something we hopefully get to see more of in the future (Maybe even some new Paradox Pokemon in Legends: Z-A?). As of writing, obviously, no Paradox Pokemon has ever received a Mega Evolution, and the two fan-loved ideas coming together combine to make something even better than the sum of its parts. Scream Tail is the listed recommendation for a Paradox Mega because it tends to be one of the more ignored Paradox Pokemon, making it a strong candidate for a good Mega Evolution that makes it more desired.
6. Falinks
Continuing down the path of Pokemon groups that haven’t had the chance to receive Mega Evolutions, Galar Pokemon also have none as of right now. There are a number of Pokemon without evolutions at all from this generation, so getting one of them, particularly one that needs a meta buff, a Mega Evolution would be a great addition. Falinks unique design opens up a lot of possibilities for where a Mega Evolution could go. Maybe they all form together into some kind of “Megazord-like” creature?
5. Musharna
Despite being around to potentially receive Mega Evolutions back in the day, Gen 5 really didn’t get any love outside of Mega Audino. Considering Unova fans are already reeling over the lack of Pokemon Black and White remake reveals, they should at least get the secondary prize of seeing some of the best Unova Pokemon get a Mega Evolution or two. Musharna is the one on this list because of its impressive design and need for a meta buff. It’s also wild this Pokemon doesn’t have a Fairy dual typing, so its Mega Evolution should definitely have one. While they’re not on this list, Mega Reuniclus and Mega Chandelure are strong Unova honorable mentions.
4. Tropius
Most of this list covers regions or Pokemon types that don’t have many Mega Evolutions right now, which certainly isn’t the case with Hoenn. Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire came about at just the right time to get just about all the Mega Evolutions directed toward Gen 3 Pokemon, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t still a few who could use some new forms. Tropius is a standout for being a great design that has unfortunately mostly been ignored throughout the years since it’s a pure Grass type with surprisingly unimpressive stats. Mega Tropius might be able to change things, though.
3. Shuckle
This may be confusing to some, but many Pokemon fans have been asking for a Mega Shuckle for as long as Mega Evolutions have been around. It’s mostly just an extension of the Shuckle fans who want to see the cute turtle-bug-thing get any kind of evolution at all, but that wouldn’t make the positive reception to a Mega Shuckle any smaller. Just don’t do us dirty, Game Freak, nobody wants another Dudunsparce situation.
2. Flygon
It’s number two on the list but it might be number one if Mega Evolution requests were taken to a fan poll. Players have been begging for a Mega Flygon for years, and the reveal that they’re coming back in Pokemon Legends: Z-A already has some chomping at the bit thinking this might finally be the time for the Ground-Dragon with wings. Out of all the Pokemon on this list, it seems like a given that a Mega Flygon would easily become the biggest competitive threat.
1. Chesnaught, Delphox, Greninja
With Mega Evolutions being back, it seems like the most natural conclusion is that the three starters from the original Kalos games, Pokemon X & Y, will be getting their own megas. That isn’t necessarily a given. Pokemon Legends: Arceus used three starters from various regions and gave their final forms special regional variants: Dartrix, Typhlosion, and Samurott. That could be what fans see getting Mega Evolutions rather than the three original Kalos starters. Considering those starters have been largely forgotten in recent gens, though, they certainly seem due for something new.
