8 Crazy Pokemon Fan Theories That Are DEFINITELY True
5. In Sun & Moon, You’re The Rival
Newest base game release Sun & Moon felt like the most refreshing Pokémon adventure in years. Doing away with the standard formula to an extent, the changeup of gym mechanics is arguably the biggest development they’ve ever done, and the Alolan Pokemon were a breath of fresh air too.
There is a theory that goes some way to explaining why Sun & Moon has such a different feel. You’re not the protagonist. You’re the rival.
Unlike every other game, Hau (the alleged rival) picks the Pokémon you have type advantage over. This gives you an immediate upper hand against him whenever you too meet. But much like the rivals do in all the other games, you maintain this advantage throughout.
It might not seem much now, but playing through the first game and beating Lance in the League felt fantastic, only to discover that Blue had gotten there first. Like he always does. In Sun and Moon, you’re there first, every single time. Tied together with Hau’s sweet and helpful nature (along with his fairly blank personality) and it points to one thing. Hau is the protagonist of this story, and you’re the rival who’s always one step ahead.