Browsing around over a massive (overexaggerated) span of time, including just a few moments ago, I came across an issue. Whether it could be just a problem to me because I'm human and I have trouble categorizing something, or many other people as well, I'm not sure; that's a part of this thread's purpose, as well as to get some opinions. Hopefully not some hasty and rash (same meaning... for emphasis!) words thrown in by someone with a view formed early on for how they view it (whether they know it or not. It happens...).
So, to the juice of the fruit (some fruit actually tastes good, people!), what exactly should we view as the "generation" of the new HeartGold and SoulSilver games?! Unlike FireRed and LeafGreen where the plotline could easily be tied to Generation I (with some added content and whatnot), the HG/SS contains not only the remake elements of Generation II (Johto), but even materials and events pertaining to the latest Generation IV (Sinnoh). With the more in depth combination than ever before in the Pokemon games, this becomes more than just your average Generation "X". Really, it could be time for a new "Generation" label altogether. Not that everything is or will be set in stone; there are people with preferences. In fact... that's where you come in.
I want to see you contribute your opinions and views to this [possibly overdramatic] matter [that happens to bug the crap out of me. Dang human elements of mine]. If possible, try to keep with some more meaningful posts (i.e. not just posting something super short with a simple comment attached). You don't come across people who like to view an opinion that doesn't pertain to them all the time you know; sorry if it sounds harsh or even over exaggerated (at least I mention the possibility). Also, if you just heard about HeartGold or SoulSilver and don't know much about it, read up on your facts at least a little first (assuming you JUST heard about it).
So, short and simple (didn't I just say something against that?): what generation label would you give to the HG/SS games and (without a lone/simple comment) why?
(If you find there is another way other than labeling "Generation 'X'", try sharing, but avoid shortness. An idea with inadequate thought put into it doesn't hold positive views unless others share those views. (Look at me sounding all controlling... I need some sleep.))
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Because all that mumbo jumbo up there shared my views in some strange semi-rant, I won't really give much reason (though there is reasoning).
I wouldn't call it just Generation II or Generation V; I would try to combine the two in someway. Maybe like that "Version" thing people use (i.e. Generation 2.1 (it starts as 2.0)), or something like that. Maybe even adding a prefix to Generation?
Yeah, seems like a lot of fuss over something so simple. It just bothers me, and ties in a bit with other conversations (depending). Chances are it bothers more than me, thus, this thread was spawned. I took it a bit huge, but better more than the norm than less than you can work with.
So, to the juice of the fruit (some fruit actually tastes good, people!), what exactly should we view as the "generation" of the new HeartGold and SoulSilver games?! Unlike FireRed and LeafGreen where the plotline could easily be tied to Generation I (with some added content and whatnot), the HG/SS contains not only the remake elements of Generation II (Johto), but even materials and events pertaining to the latest Generation IV (Sinnoh). With the more in depth combination than ever before in the Pokemon games, this becomes more than just your average Generation "X". Really, it could be time for a new "Generation" label altogether. Not that everything is or will be set in stone; there are people with preferences. In fact... that's where you come in.
I want to see you contribute your opinions and views to this [possibly overdramatic] matter [that happens to bug the crap out of me. Dang human elements of mine]. If possible, try to keep with some more meaningful posts (i.e. not just posting something super short with a simple comment attached). You don't come across people who like to view an opinion that doesn't pertain to them all the time you know; sorry if it sounds harsh or even over exaggerated (at least I mention the possibility). Also, if you just heard about HeartGold or SoulSilver and don't know much about it, read up on your facts at least a little first (assuming you JUST heard about it).
So, short and simple (didn't I just say something against that?): what generation label would you give to the HG/SS games and (without a lone/simple comment) why?
(If you find there is another way other than labeling "Generation 'X'", try sharing, but avoid shortness. An idea with inadequate thought put into it doesn't hold positive views unless others share those views. (Look at me sounding all controlling... I need some sleep.))
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Because all that mumbo jumbo up there shared my views in some strange semi-rant, I won't really give much reason (though there is reasoning).
I wouldn't call it just Generation II or Generation V; I would try to combine the two in someway. Maybe like that "Version" thing people use (i.e. Generation 2.1 (it starts as 2.0)), or something like that. Maybe even adding a prefix to Generation?
Yeah, seems like a lot of fuss over something so simple. It just bothers me, and ties in a bit with other conversations (depending). Chances are it bothers more than me, thus, this thread was spawned. I took it a bit huge, but better more than the norm than less than you can work with.
-- Sicarius Riuyoh
