>>58506612>When making the Pokémon team of your OC, why did you choose each Pokémon in their team, or is there a reasonI actually did have a reason behind most of the planned 'mon for Louis' team. I'll start in the order of the out of universe decision to add them to the roster, rather than in-universe.
>Eliza the ZubatThe crux of the character. Originally drafted as a contest starlet in the making, and still very much has the attitude in her personality. Louis caught her as a stray runt, and wound up feeling like he was responsible for her, so she's on the team. XS in size to play up the cuteness and create more gap-moe.
>Nueve the A.SandshrewA side joke, which is all in the name and ice type. Acquired off a GTS trade with some random trainer, kept on the team because despite the 4x weakness to fire and fighting, she is legit strong and her personality quirks are easy enough to manage compared to the Pancham he traded off. Not Louis' nickname.
>Gu the BeedrillLouis' actual starter, out of universe chosen for being Mega-capable, needle themed, and a favorite design of mine. Technically speaking an Alpha, just for a way to play up the intimidation factor of a giant bee. In universe, he's been with Louis the longest and is only being left at home to help with a hatching of new bug-types being trained for silk production. Will appear after the first tournament arc.
>Krim the VaroomChosen to serve as the 'Ride Pokemon' narratively speaking. Orre is big and and a desert for the most part, so having something to serve as the engine for a means of transportation was a necessity. In universe, he's going to be an accidental catch when Louis is trying to get away from the Robo-Beedrill that the Varoom is controlling.
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