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I wonder how Sugimori feels...now that he may be drawing art for Hoenn once again. I would feel nostalgic if I were him, here is where he changed his style to the new modern one after all.
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I wonder how Sugimori feels...now that he may be drawing art for Hoenn once again. I would feel nostalgic if I were him, here is where he changed his style to the new modern one after all.
He'd probably recall a long journey that he has travelled back from the days when he used to see sprites and simplistic designs. Remember, Hoenn Pokémon were the first step to complex Pokémon designs.

I think we would really see new concepts seeing as the trainer classes like Youngsters weren't as stylish as RSE would allow them to be. They'd probably be upgraded to match X&Y stuff. I can't really see old Pokémon getting new concept designs, but perhaps the starters and legendaries might, you know, to feature them off and stuff. As of now, it would be nice to see the new art styles for the old Pokémon.
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I'm gonna wait for the new artworks since I hope they look redonkulous <3

It's about time GF updated all of the artworks to be more lively and stuff :3
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I will admit, the showcasing of the older art of Groudon and Kyogre makes it seem like the Pokémon might not get updated art, but there's still a chance that they're just holding back until later.

The trainers' art will definitely receive an upgrade though. Sugimori's way of drawing humans has changed quite a bit, even from the gen 3 era to now...and Sugimori doesn't even draw all the humans any more. Ohmura might actually draw a few this time around. And since ORAS is using the visual style of XY, it's safe to assume they will also have the trainers' artwork show up on-screen when you challenge them, so they'll want that to be as up-to-date as possible--and perhaps they might even redesign certain aspects of some trainers (similar to Sabrina's major overhaul in HGSS, and the more complex dress Jasmine received). Also, some characters will probably finally get art for this reason (Tabitha and Shelly, I seriously can't wait!).
Pokémon on the other hand can't really be "redesigned," so it's a little more acceptable if they reuse their old concept art. Still, it would be super awesome to see them updated, though!
Oh, yeah! Tabitha and Shelly (and Courtney and Matt) should all get official artwork, like the Team Galactic Admins ("Commanders") did!

I really like Yusuke Ohmura's artwork; when I first saw the artwork for certain characters (Iris and Nate/Rosa, if I recall correctly), I got confused and thought that Ken Sugimori had changed his style... Only later did I learn that Yusuke Ohmura provided some character artwork for the Unova-based games.. Ohmura's artwork could really make Brendan/May feel more "redesigned"-ish.. XD Emerald artwork of Brendan/May seems to be very close to Ken Sugimori's current art style from what I can see, so having another illustrator tackle the Hoenn main characters' appearances might be interesting..
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It would be awkward seeing the characters' old art show up on the battle screen, haha, so I hope they follow that example.

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Only later did I learn that Yusuke Ohmura provided some character artwork for the Unova-based games.. Ohmura's artwork could really make Brendan/May feel more "redesigned"-ish.. XD Emerald artwork of Brendan/May seems to be very close to Ken Sugimori's current art style from what I can see, so having another illustrator tackle the Hoenn main characters' appearances might be interesting..
Indeed. Perhaps Ohmura's involvement is a sort of segue into Sugimori no longer providing human artwork or art in general for the Pokemon franchise. This would be a little disenchanting but if Ohmura keeps up his previous designs, I would be alright with it since they are rather lovely. I'd love a Unova-style Brendan, or any character for that matter, and am very excited for new art to surface.
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I'll prefer if they keep the style of the character art for RSEDPP
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Ohmura's art is certainly a breath of fresh air. It would be interesting if they have most of the artwork responsibility to him for ORAS. Personally, I'd be all for it. His work during generation V was stunning, and I'm sure he can't do wrong with working on the third generation. I can't wait to see Brendan and May remastered! :]
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I personally would love new artwork,both in game and out. I can't wait to see artwork for Manectric and Camerupt,and as for humans I certainly wouldn't mind updated artwork for Flannery,Tate and Liza,Winona,Norman,Roxanne,and May.
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Ohmura's art is certainly a breath of fresh air. It would be interesting if they have most of the artwork responsibility to him for ORAS. Personally, I'd be all for it. His work during generation V was stunning, and I'm sure he can't do wrong with working on the third generation. I can't wait to see Brendan and May remastered! :]
One would think that if there's not a lot of new art work Sugimori would do most of it as he'll have the free time. BW involved a lot of new Pokemon and places so of course they'll need to divide the labor. In all it depends on how much new artwork they're going to have for these games. If they were to give Ohmura all the work, or the majority it'll be as if they're replacing Sugimori...
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Oh, yeah! Tabitha and Shelly (and Courtney and Matt) should all get official artwork, like the Team Galactic Admins ("Commanders") did!

I really like Yusuke Ohmura's artwork; when I first saw the artwork for certain characters (Iris and Nate/Rosa, if I recall correctly), I got confused and thought that Ken Sugimori had changed his style... Only later did I learn that Yusuke Ohmura provided some character artwork for the Unova-based games.. Ohmura's artwork could really make Brendan/May feel more "redesigned"-ish.. XD Emerald artwork of Brendan/May seems to be very close to Ken Sugimori's current art style from what I can see, so having another illustrator tackle the Hoenn main characters' appearances might be interesting..
Just some Ohmura info: Ohmura drew the Gym Leaders, Elite Four, Alder, Team Plasma Grunts, and rivals of BW--then in B2W2 drew all of the new human art we received. He also drew Prof. Sycamore for XY~

Interestingly enough, a character as minor as Kurt got official artwork all the way back in the original GSC, but for some reason team admins didn't start receiving their own artwork until DP, as you said. That reasoning alone tells me we will almost certainly get new human art. It doesn't seem right, giving art to the admins (and giving them a chance to be slightly redesigned) while not updating the others. Also, by giving them a chance to be redesigned, they open up new possibilities to make use of the new 3D models, instead of simpler designs using sprites like before.
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It would be awkward seeing the characters' old art show up on the battle screen, haha, so I hope they follow that example.


Indeed. Perhaps Ohmura's involvement is a sort of segue into Sugimori no longer providing human artwork or art in general for the Pokemon franchise. This would be a little disenchanting but if Ohmura keeps up his previous designs, I would be alright with it since they are rather lovely. I'd love a Unova-style Brendan, or any character for that matter, and am very excited for new art to surface.
Sugimori is still drawing all of the Pokémon artwork, even if he is not the only one designing them, so I wouldn't worry too much about Sugimori leaving the games' art scene completely just yet.
But I agree, regardless of who draws the humans this time around, it will be refreshing to see all our old favorites return with new art.


This scenario actually reminds me of HGSS, where all the trainers were redrawn by Sugimori, except for the Team Rocket executives, who were drawn by Takao Unno. It will be fun to see what happens with the characters of gen 3 now~
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I thought I'd revisit this topic--in the midst of all the new information being leaked, a small little gift was bestowed upon us...
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So it's been confirmed that at least some Pokémon will be receiving updated art! Mudkip looks adorable as always <333
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I thought I'd revisit this topic--in the midst of all the new information being leaked, a small little gift was bestowed upon us...
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So it's been confirmed that at least some Pokémon will be receiving updated art! Mudkip looks adorable as always <333
And they made Treecko cool as always.

This is being discussed elsewhere, but this is Brendan and May's new designs.

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It's official now, Brendan has a hat, not hair.
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And they made Treecko cool as always.

This is being discussed elsewhere, but this is Brendan and May's new designs.

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It's official now, Brendan has a hat, not hair.
It's been official, Sugimori tweeted about it quite some time ago~

I'm happy to see some Pokémon get new art, I'm hoping more do. As for character redesigns...I've shared my opinions on them in other threads, lol.
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It's been official, Sugimori tweeted about it quite some time ago~

I'm happy to see some Pokémon get new art, I'm hoping more do. As for character redesigns...I've shared my opinions on them in other threads, lol.
So that pretty much confirms that Sugimori did the art for them then? Can I just say then, as much as I like these designs, I'm not too big on the new art style. I do like his new art, some of it is excellent and vibrant(like this art for Xerneas and Yveltal here is beautiful ) but the old art style for characters is much better.
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I thought I'd revisit this topic--in the midst of all the new information being leaked, a small little gift was bestowed upon us...
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So it's been confirmed that at least some Pokémon will be receiving updated art! Mudkip looks adorable as always <333
I like how they used both the Hoenn starters' Ruby/Sapphire artwork and the new OmegaRuby/AlphaSapphire artwork in the same page (and they still have the chance to sprinkle in the Emerald artwork!). Three pieces of Ken Sugimori artwork..wow. XD It'll be interesting to see potential new artwork/poses for some other Hoenn Pokemon..
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So that pretty much confirms that Sugimori did the art for them then? Can I just say then, as much as I like these designs, I'm not too big on the new art style. I do like his new art, some of it is excellent and vibrant(like this art for Xerneas and Yveltal here is beautiful ) but the old art style for characters is much better.
Rivvon was referring to Brendan's hat being a hat and not his hair being confirmed awhile back, not that it's confirmed that he drew these redesigns.

I like Mudkip's stance in it's new artwork.
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Welp if they continue to redesign similar to how they went with Team Aqua/Magma, then I'm so looking forward to seeing the rest of the Hoenn cast!
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Rivvon was referring to Brendan's hat being a hat and not his hair being confirmed awhile back, not that it's confirmed that he drew these redesigns.

I like Mudkip's stance in it's new artwork.
Ah I do remember seeing that tweet.

I'm excited to see the Gym leaders now. We will probably get a few of them in groups in the next several CoroCoros and Get TV episodes. I'm curious mostly about what Brawly , Wattson, Winona and Flanerry will look like since they were my favorites.
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Ah I do remember seeing that tweet.

I'm excited to see the Gym leaders now. We will probably get a few of them in groups in the next several CoroCoros and Get TV episodes. I'm curious mostly about what Brawly , Wattson, Winona and Flanerry will look like since they were my favorites.
I wonder if any of them will get as radical redesigns as the Magma and Aqua Admins, or be on the same level as Maxie and Archie and the Main Characters.
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It looks like everyone important will be getting artwork updates at least. :) Wonder if they'll go with the Kalos trainer-artwork route. What do you guy think?
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Surprised no talk about new Magma/Aqua updates.

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Maxie looks like a nerd. Tabitha looks too much like a grunt...and Courtney is a guy?! Maybe its the other way around? IDK...both are girl names >.<

Archie looks badass. Shelley looks exotic and not like a grunt...Matt...is freakin hot ♥♥♥ I don't want to beat him up now D= Don't make me fight my new future husband D=
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We have talked about them a little.
Well Shelly is a Admin so it's good that she doesn't look like an Admin xD. Her pose reminds me of the Brain of the Roulette...
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We probably won't get HQ until after E3 shows them, or someone takes better scans.

I wish that Maxie neck weren't as covered as it's hard to make out the shape of his head.
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