Everyone wonders what their dark and wild versions of Pokémon would be if it were to be a world based on their own image. If, for instance, you were the creator of your very own universe or planet, you would certainly inhabit it with Pokémon. Everyone would be happy and everyone would enjoy life way more than we currently do. Even with smartphones and the Burger King dollar Menu, Pokémon wins.
But let’s say that you decide that you’re going to make some Pokémon with a bit of a twist or a completely different base animal altogether. You’d then open up possibilities for different ideas as well as new monsters to battle with. This, of course, is based on a universe where you lived your normal life on Earth, then ascended to creator-hood and were given dominion and creation over a new set of planets or whatever. It’s feasible.
So take a moment to study these reimagined Pokémon because the artists really took the tie to create some magical stuff. Whether these people decided to reshape their favorite Pokémon or they happily altered every single one, these are the types of minds we should all be paying attention to.
So, here are some of the coolest reimaginings we’ve found of Pokémon. All of these were created by people who have crazy amounts of talent, and have used them for something good that we now get to enjoy.
25 The Mighty Alakazam
Not really sure what’s going on here with our old pal, Alakazam. But he certainly looks like he’s way more powerful than his usual form. Alakazam is one of those Pokémon that can change the tide of a battle with its intense speed and attack power.
We have to think that those tentacles only amplify Alakazam’s power. And can we stop for a moment and recognize the people shaped blobs that seem to be worshipping this monster. You got to realize this is what a real Alakazam would do.
Art by David Szilagyi.
24 A Different Squirtle, Wartortle, And Blastoise
So either this is just another version of Squirtle and his evolved forms, or these are just service prototypes based on the design and weaponization of their likeness. Either way, it’s super cool and we’re glad people give Blastoise his respect.
It’s just never smart to take Squirtle over Bulba or Charm Charm because it’s always better to have a Gyarados than a water-type starter. So we’re happy to see that even though Squirtle and pals aren’t anything special, their images can be.
23 Cubone Grew Up
We never really thought of Cubone as attractive by any means due to it being a Pokémon with mommy issues. But This Cubone up here in lady form is pretty sensual. After all, it’s a total primitive chick, is it not?
Imagining animals or Pokémon in human form is always a dangerous game. It’s also a dangerous inquisition to explore in the later hours of a party because you never know what some creep is going to talk about. Like attractive Pikachus.
Art by Tamtamdi.
22 Voltorb And Electrode Are Ready To Go Off
Voltorb and Electrode were always just seen as sentient, or semi-sentient, Pokéballs that had a lot of speed in their stat pile. But with this reimagining of these spherical cuties, we may have a place for them in our ranks of coolness.
It also should be noted that Electrode is almost four feet tall. That’s a pretty massive ball of electric power, literally. This thing is not going to be fooling anyone in the Pokémon by trying to pretend to be an item lying in the tall grass. Thing’s monstrous.
Art by Cryptidcreations.
21 No Nonsense Magikarp
We all wish that there was an evil or tougher side to Magikarp other than turning into the legendary Gyarados. But there isn’t. This art of Magikarp is a funny joke on his garbage attacks and uselessness in battle.
But has anyone ever leveled up a Magikarp to level 100? Would it be able to defeat other monsters 50 levels below it? 60 levels? We don’t know and we don’t really suspect it could. With some weaponry, however, things could change.
20 Giant Fearow
This is what we like to see: Pokémon showing love and affection, as well as massive birds that could actually carry us to and fro. Never really understood how a Pidgey or a Hoothoot had the strength to carry us between cities.
But why can’t the sizes of Pokémon be altered? Make them way smaller or larger depending on what type of digital code is concealed into the balls. We think that oversized Pokémon would be a good thing.
Art by Tygariirazil.
19 Mecha Machamp
Now if there were to ever be a mech suit that you wanted to wear into battle it’d probably be this one. Especially if you had to choose amongst Pokémon themed suits. Machamp is the original muscle dummy of Pokémon and his attack stats are high.
It’s sort of a weird evolutionary trait to grow two completely new arms when you become a Machamp. Not that we’re complaining or anything, but Machoke probably is super jealous. Way more jealous than most other lesser evolved forms.
18 A Different Chansey
This is Chansey. And what’s cool about this Chansey version is that we actually might end up using it in battle. But only because it looks cool and has some attitude. We never really knew that Chansey was a bird. Is it a bird?
Either way, from the low lidded eyes and the markings on the top of its head that can only be assumed to be war paint, this is a beautiful rendition. The egg in the little pouch shouts caring and love for the unborn creature that we all adore.
Art by Gavin Mackey.
17 Firesaur, Aquameleon, And Leaftortle
Some wild and crazy anarchist wanted to show off his artistic talents while pulling the rug of familiarity fight from under our feet. This, while awesome, is not what I grew up imagining as the Kanto starters.
When you think about it, there’s no specific reason why any of these three should be assigned to their current types. Unless you want to get technical and say toad creatures live amongst plants, salamanders live in the heat, and turtles live in water.
16 Sword Of Entei And Arcanine
This addition to the list is unique in that someone out there wants to turn Pokémon into weapons. Which is an amazing idea. What do you think would happen in the Pokémon world if mid-battle, your Pokémon turned into a sword, then you wielded it against an enemy trainer’s or their Pokémon?
It would be epic. It would make the game change into something darker and more adult themed. But boy, would it be something fun to talk to your 30-year-old friends about.
15 DemonBall
You can sit there and complain that this isn’t a Pokémon that has been reimagined and you would be right. But this could also be a Voltorb. It’s not. But it could be. What it also could be, is a demon inside of a Poké Ball.
This is what we imagine would happen when a very foolish trainer tries to capture an actual demon not related to the Pokémon world. Either that or this really is a Voltorb that decided it’s cute facade was not attracting enough Rattatas to eat.
14 Dark Exeggutor
Check out Evil Dark Exeggutor Zombie with the triple Bane masks on. Are you having trouble breathing while your hunting down 10-year old kids, Exeggutor? Seems like you’re the monster we all knew a coconut tree to be.
Fun fact: Coconut trees and coconuts are actually dangerous. The tree sways in the breeze and then throws a coconut right at your head, making you take the long nap. We know that Exeggutor has claimed a few innocents in its lifetime.
13 Mayan Gyarados
If Gyarados existed in our world, there’s a pretty good chance that it would have been worshipped as some sort of God. Maybe, just maybe, Gyarados did exist on Earth and that’s where the idea of sea serpents came from.
But it’s probably the other way around. This Mayan style depiction of Gyarados looks like something that we’d see on a cave wall or in a deep underground temple within the game somewhere. It could add to the lore of Gyarados.
12 Charizard, Lord Of Fire
We all know that Charmander is a cutie and that Charmeleon has a little attitude. But the truth of it all is that those two lizards are a bunch of losers compared to their daddy, Charizard. Just take a look at those pec muscles.
This photo accurately describes and represents the gap between Charizard and his smaller evolved forms. Yeah, they are the predecessors, but they are nothing. This artist must really have had a thing for Charizard in a romantic way. So do we.
11 Cutie Pie Sandslash
Looking at this guy up here you’re only response can be, “oh wow, yeah, yup. that’s what he’d look like.” And then you’d be forced to go hug your mother. This art piece probably isn’t meant to scare you though.
The point of this is to just showcase a higher definition version of Sandslash. The scary part is you wouldn’t be surprised if you saw this thing in the wild. The word terrified fits better in that scenario, but it looks so real.
10 Insect Starters
From top to bottom the three of these little guys makes less and less sense. Okay, yeah, we got a Bulbasaur caterpillar thing eating leaves. Bulbasaur is grass-type. We get it. Then there is what we want to accept is a… water bug-form Squirtle?
The real malarkey comes when you have basically a bug that has a fire tail. Is that supposed to be a bug version of Charmander? Because it’s pretty unsatisfying. If you took away the fire tail, it looks more like a dog. Still cool, though.
Art by Crazy Ratty.
9 Trainer With No Name
Now, here is how I feel when I walk into a Pokémon gym with a few monsters in my pocket well over the level of those whom I will face. Strolling valiantly and most importantly with confidence because I am the master of this land.
Seriously though, most of us who play Pokémon don’t lose often at all. We smash our way through the tall grass and through any team that wants to be this game’s antagonist. We know our way around raising warriors.
Art by Kevin Bolk.
8 Bird Starters
While this isn’t a super ground-breaking piece of art, it is super adorable. Just a bunch of little birds hanging out together waiting to evolve into bigger birds. Apparently, Bulbasaur didn’t get the message.
But what’s the deal with that Pikachu? That is just a yellow bird. We know if you slap a flame on the end of any orange creature it becomes Charmander. But that Pikachu looks like a normal bird. Maybe add some electricity.
7 Lifelike Bulbasaur
This Bulbasaur makes us realize that he is actually based on a frog. Earlier, many of you may have thought that Bulbasaur was just a little dog or some sort of reptile that is infested with plants.
But Bulbasaur is a unique creature. He is both Flora and Fauna. A combination of plant and animal that exist and thrive as one. Would this mean that Bulbasaur is a successful part of the evolutionary chain for all Pokémon?
6 Mischief Cubone
Now, this little pal is just a mischievous badger in a dark uniform. He knows that he’s about to do some bad stuff that the cops will never catch him for. At least we think that’s the case. He looks like he rides with a tough crowd.
But what would a tough crowd of Pokémon be? Would they all wear dark clothing and sunglasses like Team Rocket? Which Pokémon would be in charge? What would the hierarchy be? We’re betting it’s Mewtwo.
