Pokémon Fans Are Frantically Trying to Work Out How Pokémon Legends: Z-A Connects to Other Pokémon Games

This morning, we were treated to an exciting, in-depth look at *Pokemon Legends: Z-A*, Game Freak's latest venture into the world of Pokémon with a futuristic twist set in the iconic Lumiose City from Pokémon X/Y. The trailer showcased several new features including rooftop running, revamped battling mechanics, and the return of Mega Evolution. However, despite these insights, many questions remain about the game's timeline and potential returning characters.

That's where the passionate Pokémon community steps in.

For context, while most Pokémon games are standalone, the original *Pokémon Legends* game introduced time travel and featured historical settings from Pokémon Diamond and Pearl, alongside characters with ties to other games. This has fans eagerly speculating about the setting and possible time travel elements in *Pokémon Legends: Z-A*, as well as which beloved characters might reappear in Lumiose City.

In the hours following the trailer's debut, fans have been meticulously analyzing it for connections to other Pokémon games, uncovering some intriguing links. The most direct connection is AZ, a character confirmed in the trailer, who was granted immortality 3000 years before the events of Pokémon X and Y. In *Z-A*, AZ appears to be managing a hotel in Lumiose City, seemingly at peace and reunited with his Floette.

az taller than a mf giraffe
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }However, subtler connections have also been spotted. One notable discovery is the potential presence of the Looker Bureau in Z-A. Fans have identified an office in the trailer that resembles the Looker Bureau from previous games, hinting at the possible return of the beloved detective Looker or his protégé Emma.

Looker confirmed for Legends Z-A?
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }An intriguing theory suggests that the protagonists of Pokémon Legends: Z-A bear a striking resemblance to Ethan and Lyra from Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver. This has sparked speculation about a time travel scenario that could see these characters transported to a futuristic Lumiose City.

am i going crazy or the new mcs are literally ethan and lyra
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }Another theory posits that the protagonists might be related to Professor Sycamore and Grace, the mother of the protagonist from Pokémon X and Y. While this connection is more speculative, it adds an interesting layer to the potential ancestry themes explored in the Legends series.

ZA protagonist relatives
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }These theories are not mutually exclusive, and their validity hinges on the timeline of Pokémon Legends: Z-A. The game's placement in the Pokémon timeline is still a mystery, though AZ's presence suggests it occurs after Pokémon X and Y. The futuristic depiction of Lumiose City could indicate a setting hundreds of years later, suggesting that the protagonists and others might be descendants of characters from earlier games.

ITS A SEQUEL?!?
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }Additionally, fans are intrigued by a mysterious woman in the key art, who resembles a Hex Maniac from Pokémon X and Y. This character type has been tied to an unresolved mystery involving a ghostly encounter in Lumiose City. The reappearance of a Hex Maniac in Legends Z-A has fans hopeful that this long-standing enigma might finally be unraveled.

New hex?
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }As more footage, art, and news about Pokémon Legends: Z-A emerge, fans will undoubtedly uncover additional connections and easter eggs. With the game's release slated for "late 2025," there's plenty of time for speculation and excitement. You can stay updated on all the latest announcements from today's Pokémon Presents, including Legends Z-A news, mobile gaming updates, and more, right here.