[Developing] Pokémon: Phoenix Rising

[ahmet476]

I don't like your starters. All of them evolve through stones and have only stage 1 evolutions. I'm not a fan of pokemon who only evolve once.

However, this is your game and you can't make everyone happy. Good thing you're sticking with your decision. If you changed them, then there would be other people saying they don't like them.

[Abnegation]

Originally Posted by ahmet476

I don't like your starters. All of them evolve through stones and have only stage 1 evolutions. I'm not a fan of pokemon who only evolve once.

However, this is your game and you can't make everyone happy. Good thing you're sticking with your decision. If you changed them, then there would be other people saying they don't like them.

If you read the storyline you'd notice that evolutionary stones are a key part of the game. Hence why the starters evolve from them. Besides, it's not like there's not going to be over 200 Pokemon to choose from in the game. This is probably the best and most popular triangle with Pokemon who evolve from stones. If not, one of the only.

Also yeah, glad that you agree that it's best not to change them. At this point in the development, changing perfectly suitable starters is pointless and counter-productive.

[Luka S.J.]

Why not

All of them have 2 stages, evolve using stones, and actually could look like a starting trio. I'm not a fan of gen 5 Pokemon, but I saw that you were using gen 5 Pokemon. So these seem like a reasonable trio. I'm not suggesting changing the starters, I just saw everybody talking about them, so I butted in.

[Abnegation]

I could but again, it's kind of a personal preference also. I think that they would be a limited choice. So of you were choosing your Pokemon the only option would be; "Here is your choice of Pokemon. They're all elemental monkeys with little difference between them. Enjoy!"

I admit it would be more organised, but it would tarnish the area of variety. I also have a lot of things created for the current starters in the way of features, storylines and events, so I'm certainly not keen on changing them, I'd rather that just be clear now before this turns into a debate.

[KingCharizard]

I like your starters, my only complaint would be the two 1st gen and the one 3rd gen(i think it is), I think they dont fit together, IMO why not another 1st gen.. this is just my suggestion, GROWLITH FTW .....

Anyways I'm really looking forward to seeing this game reach completion..

[BlorkGlork]

You should make a New Pokemon for this game. maybe a legendary, or 2 evolutions' for the starters.

[Humanoreo]

The GIF that shows the entrance to a battle blows my mind every time I see it. It's like you brought a whole new dimension to pokemon games.
I've barely seen any of this game, but I can tell that it will be a good one.

[DeLaMuerte]

Originally Posted by BlorkGlork

You should make a New Pokemon for this game. maybe a legendary, or 2 evolutions' for the starters.

Well, I don't tend falling for games with Do not want another crazy topic again. I think that we should just lay off and let Abnegation handle the stuff that needs to be done. I'm sure that updates will come progressively, and Abnegation will change what he feels needs to be changed.

In other words, lay off until there is something to comment on- possibly, like another update. When the game comes, though, is when this will be full of discussion.

[ahmet476]

Originally Posted by BlorkGlork

You should make a New Pokemon for this game. maybe a legendary, or 2 evolutions' for the starters.

Fake pokemon sucks in my opinion.

[BlorkGlork]

I just thought it would be cool if Pokemon: Phoenix Rising had a original Legendary Pokemon

Pokemon Heart Gold/Soul Silver-Hoho, Lugia.
Pokemon Emerald/Ruby/Sapphire- Kyogre,Groudon,Rayquaza.
Pokemon Diamond/Pearl-Dialga,Palkia.
Pokemon Platinum-Giratina.
Pokemon White/Black-Reshiram,Zekrom.

I know we are using Hoho for the legendary. But it's not original for this game.
I like the game even if it does not have a Special legendary.

KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK progress on ds version?

[Abnegation]

Originally Posted by BlorkGlork

I just thought it would be cool if Pokemon: Phoenix Rising had a original Legendary Pokemon

Pokemon Heart Gold/Soul Silver-Hoho, Lugia.
Pokemon Emerald/Ruby/Sapphire- Kyogre,Groudon,Rayquaza.
Pokemon Diamond/Pearl-Dialga,Palkia.
Pokemon Platinum-Giratina.
Pokemon White/Black-Reshiram,Zekrom.

I know we are using Hoho for the legendary. But it's not original for this game.
I like the game even if it does not have a Special legendary.

KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK :) progress on ds version?

Have you read the storyline...? Actually, have you seen the title of the game? If I removed Ho-oh I might as well be making an entire new game lol.

DS version again, is way down the pipeline now. I'm concentrating on the RMXP version right now.

[IceGod64]

Originally Posted by Abnegation

Have you read the storyline...? Actually, have you seen the title of the game? If I removed Ho-oh I might as well be making an entire new game lol.

DS version again, is way down the pipeline now. I'm concentrating on the RMXP version right now.

Since Lugia is Ho-Oh's polar opposite, do you have any plans for it? From the story, I'm guessing no from the story.

[Abnegation]

Originally Posted by IceGod64

Since Lugia is Ho-Oh's polar opposite, do you have any plans for it? From the story, I'm guessing no from the story.

I certainly do. This is a bit of a spoiler so I'm putting it in a spoiler :p

Spoiler:

It's post game, related to the Azure Flute and the lake it was thrown into.

[Skymin]

I'm here every so often, checking up to see how things are going and offering my moral support! I love the overall look and style of this game and I really hope to see something playable soon! Don't give up guys! I'm rooting for you all! :D

[BroskiRage]

i really want to play that right now looks like an epic game hope you can finish soon

[Triple R]

Originally Posted by Abnegation

I certainly do. This is a bit of a spoiler so I'm putting it in a spoiler :p

Spoiler:

It's post game, related to the Azure Flute and the lake it was thrown into.

I actually had a feeling that such was the case.

[Elite Four Lucian]

When can we play this game, I hope it's soon, it looks amazing.

[ahmet476]

I read somewhere that Starmie has good stats. I also remember I read in a guide that Arcanine had near-legendary stats but I don't know about the other starter.

[Yamiidenryuu]

Originally Posted by ahmet476

I read somewhere that Starmie has good stats. I also remember I read in a guide that Arcanine had near-legendary stats but I don't know about the other starter.

Originally Posted by Abnegation

Note that their stats will be increased so that they are strong like usual starters.

Does that clear things up for you?

[DeLaMuerte]

Just looking at progress... I know Lugia has a part in the story. I'm assuming that Suicune, Raikou, and Entei have a role as well, correct?

Besides that, though, I'm happy with the game's progress as it is and I'm looking forward to a release. :D

[ahmet476]

Originally Posted by Yamiidenryuu

Does that clear things up for you?

No, I've already read that. My concern is boosting stats of pokémon which already has good stats might make the game too easy.

[Dratizard]

Originally Posted by ahmet476

No, I've already read that. My concern is boosting stats of pokémon which already has good stats might make the game too easy.

Making them as good as normal starters, not boosting their stats to an insane amount.

[mapsal313]

I just wanted to ask, there will be pokemon from all five generations?
And will it be possible to find Starly in the wild?

[saison]

It's so exciting to read more about the most anticipated game on the RMXP board! Can't wait for more :D

Real interesting starters choice though, very different!

[IceGod64]

Originally Posted by Abnegation

I certainly do. This is a bit of a spoiler so I'm putting it in a spoiler :p

Spoiler:

It's post game, related to the Azure Flute and the lake it was thrown into.

Alright, we're rolling then. I totally can't wait to check this out.

I songs the music composed for this game.It's really like their capturing the feel of Pokémon yet trying to portray something completely different at the same time. They have a really epic feel.

My only issue is that most of the songs I've heard partially use the HG/SS/B/W soundfont (Which I'm okay with), but the title screen you have up sounds MIDI, and the Wild battle music really sounds more like a friendly battle (I.E, Cheren/Bianca in B/W).