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Since I made a near-identical thread some time ago in the regular Pokemon video game section, I figured now's the time to do the same with Sword and Shield. So, the question is: what little things, details, and other small additions in Sword and Shield that you like?
For me, I'm glad they're keeping with the different Trainer classes using certain Poke Balls outside of the standard model that reflect their personalities/hobbies/class. It really adds a lot of depth to the various NPCs you brutalize during the game. Next, I like the fact that our Fisherman class is actually a female for a change. A nice little change of pace, if you ask me. And the fact that they DON'T use a team of 6 Magikarps is a welcome change (in fact, I don't think they use ANY Magikarps, as, if memory serves, you tend to find them later in the game). Third, I'm glad that when you hatch a Shiny Mon, it gives of the sparkle effect after its animation, which is a nice addition (if it wasn't already in Gen 7, as I don't remember too well) as not all shinies are easily identified, as a number of them are just a shade or two different from their base forms (Gengar is a good example). So, it makes it easier to identify a shiny if it doesn't have a very "noticeable" color difference from its base color when you hatch one. Next, I'm glad they're keeping with the fact that some Pokemon are more like pets, thus they have food dishes and pet beds in various homes, like the PC's family pet Munchlax, which is a small but nice touch that continued from Gen 7. Next up, it's good that they've expanded more on the customization options, even though girls still get more than guys, but at least it isn't as heavily skewered as it was in XY. Not to mention there are no version-exclusive clothes or colors, and you can see your styling options at salons before you commit to them, which is very, very handy and prevents you from wasting money on a bad haircut. And finally, I like that they gave the wild Pokemon different "reactions" to you that correspond with their species nature. Friendly Yampers and aggressive Scraggy will chase you, timid Vulpix and cowardly Wimpod will flee, and some are just neutral to you. Also, the funny fact that certain Mons will respond to your spin and Charizard pose differently is hilariously adorable. Some Mons come at you quicker, others simply walk away, and some, like Kirlia, play along. It's both funny and cute to see the different reactions to something so ridiculous that I can't help but chuckle at it.
Well, those are my thoughts. What about you lot? What are some of the little things that Sword and Shield have that you like? Post away.
For me, I'm glad they're keeping with the different Trainer classes using certain Poke Balls outside of the standard model that reflect their personalities/hobbies/class. It really adds a lot of depth to the various NPCs you brutalize during the game. Next, I like the fact that our Fisherman class is actually a female for a change. A nice little change of pace, if you ask me. And the fact that they DON'T use a team of 6 Magikarps is a welcome change (in fact, I don't think they use ANY Magikarps, as, if memory serves, you tend to find them later in the game). Third, I'm glad that when you hatch a Shiny Mon, it gives of the sparkle effect after its animation, which is a nice addition (if it wasn't already in Gen 7, as I don't remember too well) as not all shinies are easily identified, as a number of them are just a shade or two different from their base forms (Gengar is a good example). So, it makes it easier to identify a shiny if it doesn't have a very "noticeable" color difference from its base color when you hatch one. Next, I'm glad they're keeping with the fact that some Pokemon are more like pets, thus they have food dishes and pet beds in various homes, like the PC's family pet Munchlax, which is a small but nice touch that continued from Gen 7. Next up, it's good that they've expanded more on the customization options, even though girls still get more than guys, but at least it isn't as heavily skewered as it was in XY. Not to mention there are no version-exclusive clothes or colors, and you can see your styling options at salons before you commit to them, which is very, very handy and prevents you from wasting money on a bad haircut. And finally, I like that they gave the wild Pokemon different "reactions" to you that correspond with their species nature. Friendly Yampers and aggressive Scraggy will chase you, timid Vulpix and cowardly Wimpod will flee, and some are just neutral to you. Also, the funny fact that certain Mons will respond to your spin and Charizard pose differently is hilariously adorable. Some Mons come at you quicker, others simply walk away, and some, like Kirlia, play along. It's both funny and cute to see the different reactions to something so ridiculous that I can't help but chuckle at it.
Well, those are my thoughts. What about you lot? What are some of the little things that Sword and Shield have that you like? Post away.