Oh deer, I have almost used up my entire word count for this entry already, so I want to conclude by pointing out that Calyrex's crown and Psychic typeing also strongly evoke the idea of a large "brain", allowing it to see all of the events from the past, the present, and the future! It's probably the color combination, as their Gigantamax formes look much much better. None of its features really stand out and make it special, not to mention how what I believe are supposed to be vines on its wrists look like those pencil grips you used back in elementary school. It does?! As a matter of fact, I would actually be pleased to find out that they are actually rivals, similarly to how Seviper and Zangoose and Tyranitar and Duraludon have rivalries going on as well, with "rivalry" being a leitmotif that is notably consistent with how animals will literally fight in order to defend themselves and their territory after all. I tried to like Calyrex, I really did, but I simply can't. Cue green wrist warmers. This helps to give more attention and prominence to this little bear. At least it can fight unlike Cosmog, meaning it'll be the first legendary actually usable in Little Cup. Nothing else to add there.

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Why did all the Kubfu leave Galar? When Calyrex was revealed, everyone's immediate reaction was “what in the world is this?”. The Isle of Armor and Crown Tundra expansions for Pokémon Sword and Shield will arrive later this year.
As we know, Urshifu Single Strike is more merciless compared to its counterpart, attacking with straightforward movements and all its might. Urshifu immediately catches the eye with a battle stance that seems focused and determined to jump out at you from the screen, and it takes on two unique styles: Single Strike is your typical brazen fighter that does not hold back and is as merciless as ever. Its role in the franchise probably is similar to Celebi's role as guardian or protector of the forest. An odd inclusion are the beads around its neck, which depict the symbol of the Hojo clan (yes, it looks like the Triforce). Urshifu doesn't really have anything special going for it; its seemingly emotionless face and incredibly dull color palette barely do it any favors. I haven't quite made up my mind yet. As a matter of fact, "Calyrex" is a portmanteau composed of the two words "calyx" and "rex": "calyx" being a word derived from the Greek "κάλυξ" (kalyx), meaning "bud", and the Latin "rex", being the word for "king". As a fan of Chinese martial arts movies, I can't deny that from the new DLC's legendaries Urshifu was the one who caught most of my attention. Or in this case, two characters... or just one? (4) Simpler face & recolored legs. Single Strike's Fighting/Dark also feels a bit off; they're contradicting types, and you wouldn't expect a Pokémon that practices martial arts to have a deceitful side. The front of the head has a white streak with two spikes of hair and two black eyebrows. It’d basically be like Korrina’s Mega Lucario and the Toxtricity everyone already used. Now we'll have an Aromatherapy that gives damage, and I hope I have the patience to what is yet to come. A good offensive typing, but it doesn't really look like a Water-type. I can't wait to use one of my own and have ‘em on my team! The typing only slightly disappoints me? It'd be one thing if it was an interesting monkey, like say, Aipom, but no, it's just… A monkey with interesting colors. Unlike most other Legendary Pokemon, Kubfu is actually able to evolve, and its evolution, Urshifu, can take one of two forms: Single Strike or Rapid Strike.

But Kubfu just looks like a normal bear. As you can see, even these first four Pokémon can be seen and enjoyed from several perspectives, with interesting backstories and inspirations put into their designs. The first new legendary creature that will be introduced is Kubfu, a Fighting-type Pokémon that’s the pre-evolution of Urshifu. Netflix, uh I mean, Game Freak, you are not fooling me! The dangling legs are comically long and floppy. Gen VIII had done wonderfully in this regard so far, with none of its six Fighting types (G-Max Machamp excluded) remotely resembling humans. Their Typing is interesting and odd, especially Rapid Strike as it's Fighting/Water. However, because of the paucity of official information, you will have to hold on by the monkey tail for the time being. If that's not a show of power, what is? Overall, Zarude doesn't hit the mark at being a memorable mythical Pokémon, but perhaps it can follow Zeraora's footsteps and become a great Pokémon competitively. And for a Pokémon with two formes, don't you think they could've made more differences between them, or at least more prominent differences? The name, which I already mentioned, will just never sit well with me. And Darude sounds like "The Rude".

Just imagine in the upcoming movie that will star it... how it battles Ash and friends by swinging from vine to vine and using them to attack, or even growing vines to get food for itself or protect others in its vicinity. His pose just screams sheer power, which, while it can be a bit redundant, works out really well for it. Once native to Galar but no longer, they went into uncharted territories with people who were traders and explorers. ((1) Short legs. Wait a second, you're trying to sell me another Celebi, aren't you!? This is a split board - You can return to the Split List for other boards. Looking for Heracross on GTS and practically all anybody is asking for is Kubfu, Urshifu or freaking Landorus and that's with me turning off seeing people asking for Legendaries. I don't understand the purpose of this Pokémon; ideally, it would have some connection to Zeraora, but I'm sure I'll be disappointed on that front as well. You're giving me a top-heavy maracas of a creature that is quite literally a "big brain move" by whoever designed this, and this was supposed to be the king of the entire Galar area in the past? I could tell by the silhouette teaser Pokémon put out that Zarude was going to be a very ugly Pokémon. It's a nope from me. Calyrex's design very prominently focuses on its head, with its massive brain and its glaring eyes just showing how imposing it is. And we got three of them. Guess what folks? I think Urshifu does a very interesting take on the concept of alternate formes. I think I can safely say that many players will gravitate to this roundhouse kicking phenom in its gorgeously black and gray color scheme. I think the line overall would have benefited from having a middle evolution, to bridge the gap between the infant Kubfu that hides behind its trainer's legs in one of the cutscenes, to the full grown, badass, could-stop-a-cement-truck-with-one-punch Urshifu. Adding flavor via text entry is cheaper than changing an animated 3D model. However, while the Pancham line are known for being notably belligerent, the fact that 武術/wǔshù is composed of the two characters 武/wǔ and 術/shù, respectively meaning "martial" and "technique", implies that Kubfu does indeed train hard to master an actual technique in order to defend itself, as opposed to blindly charging into battle and relying on raw power alone. From this (and the same Portuguese translator told me about it), we can say Urshifu Rapid Strike fighting style is under the Neija Kung Fu styles, which is a term used to list styles more spiritually and mentally focused. Speaking of messes, those legs are probably the only part of its design that look "off," but I think it matches: this thing's got brains but no brawns. Combined with the status protection of Leaf Guard, Grass having a lot of healing moves, and Dark having a lot of utility moves, this could make for an active supportive Pokémon. So yeah, Calyrex has a ton of inspirations and lore behind it, probably more than your average legendary, but there's a problem... it just looks ugly, so so ugly. If you put water in a bottle, it becomes a bottle. Obviously it's too early to tell whether it'll actually be good or not, though Inner Focus isn't doing it any favors. I welcome the opportunity to start my judgment regarding Calyrex by complimenting the clever idea behind the choice of its name. On the other hand, Urshifu Rapid Strike has a more calm demeanor. We'll probably learn more once the Isles officially release, but for now, I'm still confused.

Additionally, as a pure Fighting-type, Kubfu joins Tyrogue, Hitmonlee, Hitmonchan, Hitmontop, Pancham, Machop, Machoke, Machamp, Timburr, Gurdurr, Conkeldurr, Farfetch'd, Sirfetch'd, Throh, Sawk, Riolu, Passimian, Falinks, Clobbopus, Grapploct, and Zamazenta in the Galar Dex... and you still want me to consider this a legendary?