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Pokemon Legends: Z-A
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While playing Pokemon Legends: Z-A, players may notice surprising Easter eggs that call back to previous Pokemon games like Pokemon Legends: Arceus. Read on for a list of these Easter eggs and where they can be found.
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All Easter Eggs in Pokemon Legends: Z-A
Based on Paris Historical Events
The game's central plot of Lumiose City's urban redevolpment is based on Paris' own Haussman renovations that happened in the 19th century. The project aimed give order to the city and is reflected in the game by the expansion of Wild Zones.
All Wild Zone Pokemon Locations
Returning Characters from Pokemon X and Y
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| Mable | Eternal Flower Floette and AZ | Emma |
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Mable
Mable is a returning character from Pokemon X and Y. She was a Team Flare scientist but is now the acting director of the Pokemon Research Lab.
She is also the person who gives players the Elevator Key in Pokemon X and Y and asks trainers in Pokemon Legends: Z-A to look for the same Elevator Key when exploring the ruined Lysandre Labs.
Eternal Flower Floette and AZ
Players encounter both of these characters early on in this game, with AZ serving as the manager of Hotel Z. In Pokemon X and Y, AZ was revealed to be the former King of Kalos who created the Ultimate Weapon to revive his companion Floette. Through this device, they both became immortal.
Emma
Emma is a returning character from Pokemon X and Y where she was introduced during the post-game as an orphan taken in by Looker.
She is now known as the top detective in the city and still wears the expansion suit, an outfit controlled and given by Team Flare's Xerosic. Her Espurr companion, Mimi, also appears in this game.
Mentioned Characters from Pokemon X and Y
Professor Sycamore
On the 3F of the Pokemon Research Lab, players can find and interact with photos of Professor Sycamore who players meet in Pokemon X and Y. He is now the previous director of the Pokemon Research Lab.
Professor Sycamore Resignation
At the Pokemon Research Lab, if you speak with one of the NPCs on the sofa in the lobby, you'll find out that Professor Sycamore resigned from his position.
Professor Sycamore and Trevor
An NPC mentions that Professor Sycamore and Trevor, one of the protagonist's friends in Pokemon X and Y, are in some far-off region.
Photos of Looker and Xerosic
In the Looker Bureau on the left wall, players can find pictures of Looker and Xerosic with Mimi. Looker was an officer who passed his position to Emma. He was introduced in Pokemon Platinum and has appeared in subsequent Pokemon Games including Pokemon X and Y.
Xerosic was a scientist who was part of Team Flare in Pokemon X and Y. He initially played the antagonist in Emma's story during the post-game.
Tierno in Unova
An NPC mentions Tierno who the protagonist befriends in Pokemon X and Y and is part of the 5 group of children in the story. Tierno is said to be making waves as a dancer in Unova.
Clemont and Bonnie
An NPC near Prism Tower talks about the Prism Tower siblings, Clemont who was the Electric Type Gym Leader in Pokemon X and Y and Bonnie his sister, the quiz master. They also talk about how the gym used to hold Pokemon battles and quizzes, referencing the challenge the player faced at Prism Tower in Pokemon X and Y.
Dexio and Sina
An NPC asks about what happened to Dexio and Sina, who first appeared in Pokemon X and Y as Professor Sycamore's assistants.
Valerie
Posters of Valerie, the Fairy Type Gym Leader from Laverre City in Pokemon X and Y, can be seen around Lumiose. An NPC mentions that she is from the Johto Region.
Siebold
An NPC mentions Siebold has left the Elite Four to hone his culinary skills. Siebold first appeared in Pokemon X and Y as a member of Kalos' Elite Four who specialized in Water Type Pokemon. A receptionist at Hotel Richissime also mentions that the hotel's chef was once Siebold's star pupil.
Diantha
Found throughout Lumiose City are mentions of the famous actress Diantha who first appeared in Pokemon X and Y. She was also the Pokemon League Champion trainers faced.
Ghost Girl
Upon riding Zach's Lumi Cab in front of Racine Construction, there's a chance that he will talk about the Ghost Girl players encounter in Pokemon X and Y.
Group of Five Children from Pokemon X and Y
After your match with L during the final Main Mission, he mentions a group of 5 children. He is referring to the group of children the player is part of and befriends which includes the Protagonist, Rival (Calem/Serena), Shauna, Tierno and Trevor.
Old Features in Pokemon X and Y
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| O-Powers and Mr. Bonding | Super Training | Safari Zones |
| Poke Puffs | Sky Battles | - |
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O-Powers and Mr. Bonding
Some of the NPCs around Lumiose City mention O-Powers, a special feature that grants buffs and was explained by Mr. Bonding in Pokemon X and Y. This feature is also present in Pokemon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire.
Super Training
An NPC mentions bringing back Super Training which was a way to raise EVs through minigames in Pokemon X and Y.
Wild Zones as Safari Zones
An NPC compares the emerging Wild Zones as Safari Zones, a place that appeared in multiple Pokemon games where trainers can find and catch different kinds of Pokemon.
Poke Puffs
An NPC mentions Poke Puffs, which is what trainers fed their Pokemon in Pokemon Amie when playing Pokemon X and Y.
Sky Battles
Players will revisit the topic of Sky Battles during Side Mission 69, A Sky Battle, for Old Times' Sake. Sky Battles were first introduced in Pokemon X and Y where trainers were limited to floating or Flying type Pokemon fighting in the air.
Lumiose City Transportation
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| Less Rollerskating | Gogoat Shuttle |
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Less Rollerskating in the City
If you speak with the NPC on the South Boulevard you'll find out that fewer people roller skate these days. This is a reference to the roller skating feature in Pokemon X and Y and why it's different around Lumiose City this time around.
Gogoat Shuttle
An NPC mentions the Gogoat Shuttle service feature in Pokemon X and Y. It is not present in Legends: Z-A and is instead replaced by Lumi cabs.
Clothing Easter Eggs
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| Fullmetal Alchemist and RoboCop | Godzilla vs. King Kong | Jurassic Park | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Sharknado | Boltund Brand | - | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Fullmetal Alchemist and RoboCop Shirt Reference
The name, and presumably logo of this t-shirt and shacket set is likely a reference to Fullmetal Alchemist and RoboCop.
Godzilla vs. King Kong Poster Reference
The image on the back of this pullover is likely a reference to Godzilla vs. King Kong.
Jurassic Park Inspired Logo
The logo on this cap references Jurassic Park's logo.
Sharknado Graphic
The image on the back of this pullover references the TV movie series, Sharknado.
All Clothing and Outfits
Boltund Brand Clothing From Galar
In the trainer's first promotion match, their opponent Zach is wearing Boltund brand clothing. This logo was first introduced in the clothing items for Pokemon Sword and Shield. The Boltund Branding can also be found on various clothes that players can buy.
All Clothing and Outfits
Lysandre and Team Flare
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| Abandoned Lysandre Cafe | Relative of Lysandre | Setting of the Game |
| Team Flare's Currrent Reputation | Holding Cell where AZ was Imprisoned | - |
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Abandoned Lysandre Cafe
Players can find the abandoned Lysandre Cafe to the northeast of Wild Zone 7. In Pokemon X and Y, it hid Lysandre Labs, the headquarters for Team Flare.
Relative of Lysandre
A painting from the Lumiose Museum shows a descendant of the Kalos King's younger brother who Lysandre mentions, back in Pokemon X and Y, is his ancestor.
Set 5 Years After the Events in Pokemon X and Y
Players can talk to an NPC outside Quasartico Inc. confirming that the game is set 5 years after the events in Pokemon X and Y. The NPC references the incident with Team Flare specifically.
Team Flare's Current Reputation
As you speak with different NPCs around the city some will mention their thoughts on the Team Flare incident that happened during the events of Pokemon X and Y. The NPC above defends Lysandre as he helped people in need.
Holding Cell Where AZ Was Imprisoned
In the B2F of Lysandre's Labs players can find the holding cell where AZ was imprisoned during the events of Pokemon X and Y. Lysandre imprisoned him for access to the Ultimate Weapon.
Lumiose City Museum Famous Painting References
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| Diancie Painting | Tsareena Painting | Gothitelle Painting |
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Diancie as The Girl with the Pearl Earring
The mythical Pokemon Diancie, who is closely tied to and originates from the Kalos region, is painted in a similar style to the famous Johannes Vermeer painting, The Girl with the Pearl Earring.
Tsareena Painting Referencing Monet
The painting of Tsareena and Cacturne references the famous Claude Monet painting, Woman with a Parasol - Madame Monet with Her Son
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Gothitelle Painting Referencing Renoir
The painting of the Gothitelle evolution line, Mightyena evolution line and Gossifleur in the Lumiose Museum references Madame Georges Charpentier and Her Children, a painting by Pierre-Auguste Renoir.
Easter Eggs About Places in the Kalos Region
Tower of Mastery and Mega Lucario
Depicted in numerous paintings, the Tower of Mastery is located in Shalour City and first appeared in Pokemon X and Y. It has a rich history regarding Mega Evolution where Lucario is known as the first Pokemon to Mega Evolve.
When investigating one of the paintings, the description references the use of roller skates, a function that was available in Pokemon X and Y.
Calem Appears in a Painting
The male protagonist in Pokemon X and Y, Calem, appears in a painting. This is found in the section of the Tower of Mastery.
Origins of Mega Evolution in Hoenn?
Although the exhibit in Lumiose Museum states that the first Mega Stone and Key Stone were said to have been found to the north of Shalour City, Rayquaza is known to Mega Evolve without the need for these. It is a Legendary Pokemon that hails from the Hoenn region.
An NPC on the North Boulevard references this, stating that the first Mega Evolution happened in Hoenn.
Glittering Cave
The Glittering Cave was an area that appeared in Pokemon X and Y. It was known for its gemstones and glowing moss.
Kalos Power Plant
The Kalos Power Plant was where players had to defeat Team Flare members in X and Y. It was a landmark that could be seen from a desert area.
Laverre City Gym
The Laverre City Gym was a Fairy Type Gym players encountered in Pokemon X and Y. It was where trainers had to defeat Valerie, the Gym Leader.
Pokemon Fan Club
An NPC mentions that they were a part of the Pokemon Fan Club which is a group that appears over multiple Pokemon games but in Pokemon X and Y was found in Laverre City.
Coumarine City
Coumarine City was a seaside town players encountered in Pokemon X and Y, known for its railways and port. Players had to defeat the Grass type Gym Leader Ramos here.
Parfum Palace
Parfum Palace was a landmark built by the royals of Kalos many years ago. When playing through Pokemon X and Y, players encounter it as a museum.
Poke Ball Factory
The Poke Ball factory was the northernmost landmark in the Kalos region, first released in Pokemon X and Y.
Azure Bay
An NPC inside the Sushi High Roller mentions Azure Bay, which was a place trainers could visit in Pokemon X and Y.
Original Prism Tower
Players can find the original model of Prism Tower, first shown in Pokemon X and Y, on a shelf in Pokemon Centers
Easter Eggs About Legends: Arceus, the Hisui and Sinnoh Region
Portraits of Archie, Maxie and Alder's Possible Ancestors
These are Venerated Portraits that were displayed by the Diamond and Pearl Clan whose groups players encounter in Pokemon Legends: Arceus. The people shown are said to represent the sun, sea and land and bear a striking resemblance to Archie, Maxie and Alder from Pokemon Ruby, Sapphire, Black and White.
Hairstyles from Jubilife City
The pictures show popular hairstyles in Jubilife city, reminiscent of how players in Pokemon Legends: Arceus could customize their own hairstyles.
Commander Kamado Armor
Shown as well in the museum is Commander Kamado's armor in which the description from the museum itself mentions its strong resemblence the armor of Wikstrom, a member of Kalos' Elite Four.
Commander Kamado's Kimono
The museum also display's the Kimono of Commander Kamado, the first Commander of the Galaxy Expedition Team.
Professor Laventon Sketches
The sketches show Professor Laventon's studies on Pokemon. If players investigate the sketches, they'll find a funny detail that gives credit to a 15 year old who helped in completing Professor Laventon's Pokemon Research.
Professor Laventon Portrait
Players will visit an old building during the second part of Main Mission 20 where they have to fight a bunch of Gengar. A photo on the wall shows Professor Laventon who appears in Pokemon Legends: Arceus.
Statues of Dialga and Palkia
These statues of Dialga and Palkia also appeared in Pokemon Legends: Arceus.
Survey Corps Uniform
The outfit of the protagonist in Pokemon Legends: Arceus is also displayed. The description from the museum also has a funny quote that the uniform was so durable, that the headgear always stayed in place no matter how the person moved.
Painting of the Completed Temple of Sinnoh/Spear Pillar
The painting shows what the Temple of Sinnoh or the Spear Pillar would have looked like if completed. These are important landmarks where the protagonists from Pokemon Diamond, Pearl, Platinum and Legends: Arceus face the legendary Pokemon.
The Ancient Quarry
The painting shows The Ancient Quarry an area players encounter when playing through Pokemon Legends: Z-A.
Volo's Outfit
Donated to the museum is the outfit of Volo, a merchant from the Gingko Guild. This is the outfit he wears when battling him and the museum even confirms that he donated it himself, meaning Volo has been alive for 1000+ years.
Hieroglyphs of Legends Arceus Legendaries and Hisuian Forms
If you look closely at the tablet between the statues of Dialga and Palkia, you will see all Legendaries and Hisuian Forms from Pokemon Legends: Arceus.
Hisuian Map Calls Back to Flying on a Hisuian Braviary
The map on one of the walls shows Hisui and describes that it was drawn from someone riding a flying Pokemon. This calls back to flying with Hisuian Braviary in Pokemon Legends: Arceus.
Hisuian Poke Balls
Poke Balls used during Pokemon Legends: Arceus are displayed and admired by museum goers for their craftsmanship.
What Happened to Ingo After Pokemon Legends: Arceus
When players investigate the painting on the Training Grounds, the description mentions Ingo, a warden from the Pearl Clan and his guidance on Pokemon Battles.
The description also reads that he vanished one day after saying It's time for me to return.
This confirms that Ingo was able to regain his memories and return to Unova to reunite with his brother, Emmet.
Multi Trains in Unova
An NPC in the displayed locations above mentions that Multi Trains, which appear in Pokemon Black and White, are running again. This is further confirmation that Ingo has returned to his original time.
Professor Rowan
An NPC mentions that they used to apprentice for Professor Rowan, the Pokemon Professor for Pokemon Diamond, Pearl and Platinum.
Kurt and Apricorn Balls
An NPC mentions Kurt, the famous craftsman of Apricorn Balls who comes from the Johto region.
Easter Eggs About Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
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| Sandwiches | Brassius |
| La Primera | Terastalization vs. Mega Evolution |
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Sandwiches
An NPC mentions that they are a native of the Paldea region and thus an expert in making sandwiches.
Brassius
An NPC mentions their travels to Paldea and seeing sculptures made by the Grass Type Gym Leader, Brassius.
La Primera
An NPC asks about who La Primera is which is Geeta's title from Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.
Terastalization
Two NPCs think about which would win between a Mega Evolved Pokemon and a Tera Pokemon. Terastallization was introduced in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet as the special mechanic of the game.
Easter Eggs About Pokemon Black and White
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| Casteliacones | Triple Battles |
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Casteliacone
An NPC mentions the Casteliacone, the signature dish of Castelia City found in the Unova Region.
Triple Battles
During Side Mission 73, Full Course of Battles: High Rolling, trainers will have to fight against 3 Pokemon. Although not exactly the same, this is reminiscent of triple battles, which was introduced in Pokemon Black and White and continued in Pokemon X and Y.
Easter Eggs About Pokemon Sword and Shield
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| Dynamaxing | Leon's Visit | Leon vs. Raihan |
| Piers | Isle of Armor | Max Moves |
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Dynamaxing
A traveling pair mentions heading to Galar for Dynamaxing, the unique feature introduced in Pokemon Sword and Shield.
Leon's Visit
Players can find multiple references to Leon throughout the city. During one of the Main Missions, upon meeting Jacinthe of the Society of Battle Connoisseurs she mentions Leon's recent visit.
If you ride Zach's Lumi Cab, which is found in front of Racine Construction, there's a chance he will talk about Leon nd his bad luck with directions.
Battles Between Leon and Raihan
An NPC mentions that one of the best battles they saw was between Leon and Raihan, the Champion and Dragon Type Gym Leader from Galar. Their rivalry can also be seen during Pokemon Sword and Shield.
Piers
An NPC mentions Piers and his music, who players encounter in Pokemon Sword and Shield as a Gym Leader who specializes in Dark Type Pokemon.
Isle of Armor
An NPC mentions the Isle of Armor, the location of the DLC for Pokemon Sword and Shield.
Max Moves
An NPC tests the trainer and asks what moves Pokemon get when Mega Evolving. One of the choices includes Max Moves which were the moves pokemon got when Dynamaxing in Pokemon Sword and Shield.
Easter Eggs About the Alola Region and Pokemon Sun and Moon
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| Strange Souvenir | Z Moves and Zygarde |
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Strange Souvenir
An NPC mentions the Strange Souvenir, an item available in Pokemon X and Y that teased the then upcoming Alola Region in Pokemon Sun and Moon.
Z Moves and Zygarde
An NPC and L mention Zygarde and its relation to Z Moves, the special mechanic introduced in Pokemon Sun and Moon. Zygarde was closely tied to Pokemon Sun and Moon even though it was introduced in Pokemon X and Y. The collection of Zygarde Cells was introduced in the former game.
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And also an npc around the fountain where the budew show competition was held during a side mission saying that one day he’ll go to battle Ingo and Emmet on the multitrain, indicating that we might be able to return to unova in another game in the future!
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These are awesome! I hope the next Legends game takes place in the 90s city pop era. Seeing the old tech at the lab makes me believe we could get a Legends: Celebi or something.