>>58532679>BST insn't even anything crazy compared to modern legendsAdmittedly, it's not as strong as Koraidon, Zacian, or Miraidon.
But its stats without the ability are those of a restricted Pokémon. Except that it isn't a restricted Pokémon. As a result, it isn't subject to conventional restrictions.
At this point, it's like asking “why didn't they buff Dialga/Palkia, especially in their original forms,” because they're a little weak compared to modern Legendaries.Admittedly, it's not as strong as Koraidon, Zacian, or Miraidon.
But its stats without the ability are those of a restricted Pokémon. Except that it isn't a restricted Pokémon. As a result, it isn't subject to conventional restrictions.
At this point, it's like asking “why didn't they buff Dialga/Palkia, especially in their original forms,” because they're a little weak compared to modern Legendaries.