>>44877515There's a neat justification for Blitzle/Zebstrika. Them being a dual-type would've been perfect for a Zebra based pokemon. And to add a second layer of meaning to it's design, it could've incorporate a "light and darkness" theme since electricity = light. Being part Dark would've also helped make it more stronger, since it's mainly a physical attacker and knows Pursuit. Zebras are more aggressive and dangerous than regular horses. Zebras have been known to kick each other to death, they will viciously bite any human that comes too close, and there are even many accounts of zebras killing lions.
