Potential Starters for Pokemon Legends Z-A

There’s growing buzz about the potential starters for Pokemon Legends: Z-A, with Chespin, Fennekin, and Froakie from Generation 6 looking like the top contenders. Since the game’s announcement last year, we’ve been eager for more details. That initial teaser trailer gave us tantalizing glimpses, confirming the game’s setting in Kalos’s bustling Lumiose City and revealing the return of Mega Evolutions. Yet, so much remains cloaked in mystery, especially regarding which starter Pokemon will accompany us on this new adventure.

Recent speculation is fueled by sightings of Chespin and Fennekin in promotional artwork for the Pokemon World Championships 2025. This has only amplified whispers that these beloved starters will make a comeback in Legends: Z-A. Notably, credible insiders have long suggested this trio’s return, pointing to their origin in Pokemon X and Y—games famously set in the Kalos region.

Despite the Pokemon Company keeping the official starter roster under wraps, the evidence nudges us to believe that Chespin, Fennekin, and Froakie will lead the way. The assumption seems intuitive, given the game’s locale. However, it’s worth noting that the Pokemon Legends series has defied expectations before; Pokemon Legends: Arceus, for instance, introduced starters that weren’t native to the Sinnoh region. Some thought Z-A might follow suit with a mix from various regions, but current signs suggest otherwise.

Even if these three are featured, don’t expect them to be entirely as you remember. There’s buzz about potential new twists for them—perhaps new final evolutions or even fresh Mega Evolutions—keeping fans guessing. The wait for official news is nearly over, though. A Pokemon Presents event slated for February 27 might shed light on this mystery, alongside the broader Pokemon Day celebrations. So, set your reminders for 9 a.m. ET to catch what could be an exciting reveal.