Your Ideal Pokémon Tales: Z-A Mega Evolution According to Your Astrological Sign
The return of Super Forms in Pokémon Legends: Z-A has sparked widespread excitement within the fandom. From the one-by-one reveal of fresh additions ahead of the game's launch, to players forming firm views on the entire roster of new Megas, there's a lot for fans to look forward to.
Given numerous of the Mega Evolutions showcasing unique appearances that highlight their traits, one idea came to mind: How can link this with zodiac signs? This list is inspired by a blend of intuition, common zodiac traits, and personal experience.
Aries – Super Camerupt
Honestly, Houndoom was almost chosen for this fire sign, as they are the Mega Pokémon and astrological sign that evoke the greatest apprehension. But, a Mega Houndoom appears as always furious, which isn't typical of the Aries vibe, known for being playful, light-hearted, and spontaneous. This makes Aries far more akin to Mega Camerupt, which solely spews lava when provoked. Remain on the good side of both and benefit from a powerful ally; if you cross them, be ready to get burned.
Taurus – Super Heracross
Similar to a loyal Taurus, the steadfast Heracross, whether in its standard and Mega form, has assisted many players in Legends: Z-A. While trustworthy, each the creature and a Taurus are still battle-oriented, and – whether it's their trainer or a strong opinion – will defend their side to the end. What about Super Heracross that recalls most of my Bull-sign companions, though, is its unabashed love of snacks. Several previous official descriptions mention their fondness for sweet sap and how it employs its horn to hoard it all, which is pure Bull-sign vibe.
The Twins – Mega Medicham
Look at this total queen. You cannot tell me this creature is not the life of any gathering, offering an endless stream of chatter to anyone who wish to listen. Much like an captivating, gregarious Twins, it's very easy to envision Super Medicham mesmerizing an whole open area with their stories. Medicham’s official description also states its capacity to predict an enemy’s next moves, which sounds quite like a people-smart Gemini.
The Crab – Super Manectric
The Crab is widely regarded as the most emotional member of the zodiac, a intense sign known for often getting absorbed in their feelings. Per the Pokédex, Super Evolution fills the Pokémon with a “huge quantity of energy, but it's excessive for Manectric to completely control,” which sounds a lot like a classic Crab crash-out. It is also known for its ability to create a thundercloud over its very self – and if there’s one thing a Crab is likely to do, it’s spoil their good time.
The Lion – Super Starmie
Well, did you think I was going to select the lion Pokémon for the lion of the stars? Aside from the fact that it would be much too on the nose, Leo is obviously Mega Starmie, the diva whose legs just became an internet sensation for being too fabulous (or terrifying, based on your preference). Fans were captivated from the purple starfish, and that’s exactly the identical energy a Lion brings to the scene. Starmie is also said to be transmitting signals from its center out into the cosmos, and it’s just like a Leo to be staging a show, albeit for extraterrestrials.
Virgo – Super Victreebel
The always-ready and perpetually-anxious Maiden is ideally encapsulated in Mega Victreebel, the Super Form with perpetual acid reflux. The zodiac symbol famous for being charmingly judgmental is strongly reflected throughout this creature's whole evolutionary chain, from a always shocked expression like a Maiden when you tell them you don’t have a retirement plan, to its inverted face that’s just like the symbol a Virgo posts to the group chat when all says they want to “be spontaneous” rather than making a strategy.
Libra – Mega Audino
Look at this sweet, sensitive creature, who employs the sensors on its ears to tell how people are emotionally by their heartbeat. Consistently compassionate – sometimes to a detriment – and trying to maintain the harmony, there are numerous Scales who would likely benefit from Super Audino's abilities. However, to be frank, it would probably just cause them to worry even more about others.
The Scorpion – Super Banette
Banette is a creature with a surprisingly sad backstory: Discarded as a doll, it became consciousness through pure hatred and swore retribution on its former owner. According to the Pokédex, Mega Evolution, “increases its vindictiveness.” That seems exactly like several conversations I’ve had with my intense Scorpion friends. A Scorpion adores cosmic justice and retribution, making them the perfect match with Mega Banette.
Sagittarius – Super Hawlucha
Both Super Hawlucha and Archers are constantly staging a show. As a Sagittarius personally, the amount of occasions I’ve referred to myself some variation of a “playful little jester” is countless. The most flamboyant and most obnoxious Mega Evolution, its Pokédex entry even notes how it “flexes to show off its strength.” I would do the very same thing if I had some kind of Super Form, making Mega Hawlucha the most fitting Sagittarius match I can imagine.
The Goat – Mega Absol
Were you aware that a Mega Absol has the power to predict disasters ahead of time? That exudes the identical vibe as a Capricorn, who often consistently believe they’re correct. Interestingly, similar to a prophetic Mega Absol, they often are. It’s also the very initial Super Form that trainers meet in Legends: Z-A – typical of a Capricorn to get in on the ground floor of the Mega trend.
The Water Bearer – Super Chandelure
Aloof element Water Bearer is arguably the non-flame sign that is most like a flame symbol – its sister sign is Leo, and there are countless memes about the Archer and Aquarius being chaotic accomplices. Mega Chandelure’s dual Spirit/Flame category matches perfectly with this, and the Super Form's general daunting presence is also very Aquarius. If you weren’t already convinced, the Super Form's Pokédex entry says it “absorbs negative energy and transforms it into power.” If that fails to exactly {encaps