>>44788491Wasn't the Beelzebufo's fossils first discovered in 93? In any case, it is a striking coincidence that Bulbasaur and its evolutionary line were later connected with a prehistoric frog that would later be known as a devil frog. Sugimori still decided to give these Pokemon piercing red eyes, a ferocious temperament, sharp fangs and claws, large pointy ears, pale-green skin, the Poison-type (Bulbasaur being a poisonous frog), and a massive flower that releases poisonous spores and traps prey inside. Even the most recent dex entries show a more sinister association with this family.
Venusaur FR: A bewitching aroma wafts from its flower. The fragrance becalms those engaged in a battle.
Diamond: After a rainy day, the flower on its back smells stronger. The scent attracts other Pokémon.
Venusaur is a predator that lures people and Pokemon in to eat them later. At the very least, these Pokemon give off morbid vibes.
