I usually prefer the first evolution, to be honest. They look so much cuter, and I like cute! For example, look at Fennekin:
How is that not cute? It may not be powerful, but I honestly don't care about that. A Pokémon's moveset and power is its beauty, whereas its cuteness is their personality. I prefer personality over beauty.
One of the few final evolutions which appeal to me is Chesnaught. The design of this powerful Grass Pokémon which has evolved from Chespin, also a cute Starter Pokémon of Kalos, is magnificent!
How is that not cute? It may not be powerful, but I honestly don't care about that. A Pokémon's moveset and power is its beauty, whereas its cuteness is their personality. I prefer personality over beauty.
One of the few final evolutions which appeal to me is Chesnaught. The design of this powerful Grass Pokémon which has evolved from Chespin, also a cute Starter Pokémon of Kalos, is magnificent!