While details for the next generation of Pokémon games, "Pokémon Wind/Wave" (ポケットモンスターウインド・ウェーブ), are still under wraps, recent leaks have been absolutely buzzing across social media. The chatter isn't just about the final evolutions of the new starter Pokémon; it's also hinting at some massive changes for the classic fan-favorite, Psyduck.
According to the renowned leak account Centro Leaks (@CentroLeaks) and other insiders, one of the starter Pokémon, "Leafbrow Bird" (placeholder name), is rumored to evolve into a Grass/Ground type. Meanwhile, "Mystic Meow" (placeholder name) could potentially become a Water/Psychic type. But the real showstopper? The adorable Pomeranian-like starter, "Boomgeng" (placeholder name), whose final evolution is reportedly set to gain the coveted Fire/Fairy typing!
If these whispers hold true, this would mark the very first official Fire/Fairy type Pokémon in the entire series, finally bringing a long-awaited type combination to the forefront that Game Freak has, until now, kept under wraps.
The buzz around Fire/Fairy isn't just hype; this typing boasts immunity to Dragon-type attacks and resists a whopping seven other types: Bug, Dark, Fairy, Fighting, Grass, Ice, and Fire. Talk about a powerhouse combo, both offensively and defensively! And if "Mystic Meow" truly evolves into a Water/Psychic type, that would also be a first for a starter Pokémon line. As for "Leafbrow Bird" going Grass/Ground, it's hard not to draw parallels to the iconic Torterra, who debuted back in 2006.
Beyond the starter speculation, another juicy leak suggests that Psyduck is in for a major glow-up, potentially receiving an Ice/Psychic regional form! Even wilder, this regional Psyduck is rumored to evolve into two brand-new regional evolutions, transforming its classic two-stage line (Psyduck and Golduck) into an entirely new three-stage family.
While these leaks haven't spilled the beans on the new evolutions' names, appearances, or their originating region, if true, this would be one of the most significant design updates for Psyduck since its debut in the very first generation.
Of course, all this exciting info is still firmly in the rumor mill. The Pokémon Company and Game Freak have yet to officially confirm any of it. "Pokémon Wind/Wave" is slated for a 2027 release, so until we get the official word, keep those hype trains running, but maybe with the brakes lightly on.