>>56147994Because they needed a japanese-themed DLC so their home audience doesn't get culture shocked by the spanish region. Because it's an entry level tale easily recognisable overseas. Because Momotaro being a peach-themed hero who recruited his companions by sharing meals ties to the overarching focus in SV of food and fruits. Because peaches in Pokemon are related to poison and that's why the stuff Pecharunt feeds people is toxic. Because him being Poison type makes for a natural foil to the Grass type flagship. Because a Pokemon based on an hero being actually antagonistic fits right into the narrative of the DLC and things not being what they seem or you expect.
Every single aspect of the Pokemon ties directly to Momotaro. What a bizarre, borderline nonsensical statement.
