A talentedPokemonartist shared their concept of a regional variant for the Psyduck evolution line, including a new evolution. ThePokemonfranchise features more than 1,000 creatures with designs that give them a unique appearance. In addition to visual differences, Pokemon also have personality differences, winning the hearts of fans.
An example of this type of Pokemon is Slowpoke with its slow manner and vacant expression, whichturned Slowpoke into a fan favorite. Another Pokemon fondly remembered by fans is Psyduck, one of the original 150 Pokemon. Psyduck has a constant headache and is always confused, which in Pokemon anime always results in funny scenes. Because of its confused and clumsy manner, Psyduck surprises others when it finally decides to use its powers.
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Reddit user the_elastic_band shared their fan art of a regional variant for Psyduck’s evolution line, showing what it would look like if the Water-type was a Psychic-type Pokemon. Psyduck wears a kind of olive branch on its head, complementing its calm and relaxed appearance. Golduck gets a different appearance with color and design choices reminiscent of other Psychic-type Pokemon like Alakazam and Drowzee. The fan art goes further into theidea of regional Pokemonand creates a third evolution called Ascenduck. This form stands out for its long neck, and the pose in a state of meditation.
In addition to the creative design, the_elastic_band created their own Pokedex entry for the regional Psyduck. According to the artist, this Psyduck uses its psychic powers to levitate above water because it has no waterproof feathers. As the Pokemon evolves, Psyduck’s psychic abilities grow through its dreams, until it finally awakens as Ascenduck. Other Reddit users also loved the artist’s idea, with many positive comments. One comment made an amusing remark that this Psyduck “took a single aspirin and immediately achieved nirvana.” While Psyduck is not one of thebest Psychic-type Pokemon in Gen 1, this variant could be a serious contender for a spot on the list.
Pokemonhas been around for decades, and the creativity of its fans proves to be as life-long as the franchise itself. The community is always exploring ideas like Paradox Pokemon fan art, or creating new Mega evolutions for Pokemon. The fan art made by the_elastic_band shows the creativity of the artist, who also designed aregional variant for Gible’s evolution line. In both cases the artist’s work stands out not only for the interesting design but also for the lore created, piquing the curiosity of somePokemonfans.
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