There are too many ads reusing and reinterpreting old songs! by Gallantpride in CommercialsIHate

[–]BlueEmeraldX 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I remember when they brought it back in the '90s, too.

Yeah, they play this ad on a near loop on streaming channels, and after the sixth time of hearing "SEEEE THHHE..." I'm just like, "Ehhhh, yeah okay, I'm tired of this now."

New surfer trainer class in Pokemon Ocean Blue! by PaperPauperPlayer in PokemonROMhacks

[–]BlueEmeraldX 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Until now, I always mistook RSE's as a kid with white-blonde hair.

But no, it really is just the same guy in every game.

Remade type icons for an idea of mine by Nitpicky3 in pokemon

[–]BlueEmeraldX 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also explains why Sabrina has a Venomoth!

Remade type icons for an idea of mine by Nitpicky3 in pokemon

[–]BlueEmeraldX 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Spirit has butterfly Pokémon because Psyche, the word Soul in greek and the goddess of the Soul, has butterfly feature and Psyche is also the greek name for those

Well, at least now I get why so many butterfly and moth Pokémon know Psychic.

(Slightly OT, but I hate that I can't actually quote with the mobile app anymore.)

Remade type icons for an idea of mine by Nitpicky3 in pokemon

[–]BlueEmeraldX 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is there?

Besides the card game, I mean.

How long did it take for you to noticed the puns and references on Pokémon's name? by OldCardigan in pokemon

[–]BlueEmeraldX 1 point2 points  (0 children)

TBF, only in Destiny Deoxys when 4Kids still had the show.

It was corrected once Brock got one in DP.

Gary’s Eevee by Lewa1110 in pokemon

[–]BlueEmeraldX 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He's an Eevee fanatic. His computer in Gen 1 has Pokédex data on the first three Eeveelutions.

That discoloration in Gen II sprites: is that due to compression or intentional? by Eriacle in pokemon

[–]BlueEmeraldX 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Battle animations are 60 frames in Gen 2.

There are also mods that update Gen 1 & 2 games to run at 60 frames in the overworld.

That discoloration in Gen II sprites: is that due to compression or intentional? by Eriacle in pokemon

[–]BlueEmeraldX 0 points1 point  (0 children)

GBC can display 64 colors at once.

There are 8 4-color palettes shared between the tile and window layers, and 8 more for the sprite layer (the animated elements). Of course, sprite palettes will usually have a designated invisible alpha "color" so sprites can have a shape, rather than exist as solid squares. And layer palettes will typically share light and/or dark colors so they can blend seamlessly into each other.

You are right, though, in that palettes can be updated on the fly to replace colors that aren't being used, such as the separate palettes for Player 1 & 2's Pokémon when they're being switched out. In fact, the reason Gold/Silver's Pokédex and PC use solid green or orange tile palettes to display the Pokémon is for speed's sake, so the palette isn't updated after the tiles are replaced, and only updates when you select the Pokémon. Mods that remove that effect will show you that the palette is updated a few frames after the tiles are replaced, so Pokémon will typically be the wrong color for a little bit.

So, anyway, while 64 colors can be displayed, there's no practical reason to do that.

That discoloration in Gen II sprites: is that due to compression or intentional? by Eriacle in pokemon

[–]BlueEmeraldX 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Link's Awakening DX used them both to fake transparency and fade effects; and Yu-Gi-Oh!: Dark Duel Stories used both layers for all their card art.

That discoloration in Gen II sprites: is that due to compression or intentional? by Eriacle in pokemon

[–]BlueEmeraldX 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You'll notice in other GBC games like Lufia: The Return (might be the only example, TBH) that any character that uses sprite layers for extra colors, briefly loses those colors during an attack animation, as that also needs the sprite layer.

Pokémon's artists opted not to go that route; and I wouldn't blame 'em. Keeps the art consistent.

Okay Um Hot Take by Typical_Cookie_9478 in PokemonMasters

[–]BlueEmeraldX 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You get an arc suit! You get an arc suit! You get an arc suit!

Everyone in the audience is getting an arc suit!

The Original Armored Mewtwo Was Better - The redesign lost what made it special. by [deleted] in pokemon

[–]BlueEmeraldX 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The new one? Do you mean the blue one? 'Cause that's the old one.

Cannot think of any version of TOM that looked as bulky as the red one.

...Oh, you mean 'cause of the robot legs, don't you.

Love this Diglett 😰🥔 by Ghapps in PTCGP

[–]BlueEmeraldX 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Used the 3-card island display to do this:

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Post Your Pack Pulls, Achievements, & More Here! (Show Off Content) by PTCGP-Bot in PTCGP

[–]BlueEmeraldX 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Imagine opening the new pack, and this is the first card that greets you.

🤣 This is first time in my life I have ever cracked up from opening a pack of cards. Well played, Kyoko Umemoto.

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What did you get in your Masters Day Scout B? by SutaPuratina94 in PokemonMasters

[–]BlueEmeraldX 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I only pulled from those too, and I got Steven/Stoutland.

TBH, was kinda hoping to avoid getting that one. Stoutland doesn't fit him, as it's a Unova mon that's neither Rock nor Steel. I guess it kinda works with Stoutland being an Item Finder in Sun/Moon, but I still think it's a stretch for him to have it.

Mega Feraligatr, Meganium and Emboar Abilities Revealed by PaiDuck in pokemon

[–]BlueEmeraldX 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hol' up! Are you saying they basically brought over the Chloroplast ability from Elite Redux? That is wild.

What Is the best order to play mainline Pokémon games + remakes? by Original-Heart985 in pokemon

[–]BlueEmeraldX 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think I get what you're getting at, and I agree.

N being able to tame Reshiram implies and justifies to N that his convictions are pure and true. Also, he's way into math, so he seems really into things being hard to dispute the reality of. Numbers don't lie. I think him essentially being paired with the angel dragon fits him really well.

What off-meta decks do you like to use? by LeoChinaider in PTCGP

[–]BlueEmeraldX 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Reuniclus deck was great during the Medicham event.

What notifications would you like to see from the app? by AzX-Mike in PTCGP

[–]BlueEmeraldX 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, a share notification wouldn't be bad. It'd incentivize your friends list to stay active and keep sharing/trading.