The release of the Indigo Disk DLC for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet has brought about a fascinating paradox that adds a new layer of complexity to the game. Not only have new Paradox Pokémon been introduced, but the concept of paradoxes is also woven into the plot of the games. The use of time travel and the existence of Paradox Pokémon in Scarlet and Violet demonstrate the games’ familiarity with paradoxes.
The origin of Paradox Pokémon is shrouded in uncertainty, with descriptions of them predating the time machine built by Professor Sada and Turo. These Pokémon, whether primal or futuristic, add a unique dimension to the franchise, which already includes time travel and parallel worlds. The introduction of these paradoxical creatures hints at a deeper level of complexity in Scarlet and Violet.
One of the most intriguing paradoxes arises from an encounter at the Crystal Pool in Kitakami, where the player character informs the original Sada or Turo of the modern name of Scarlet or Violet’s mascot Legendary Pokémon. This interaction leads to a naming paradox, as it becomes unclear who actually came up with the name ‘Koraidon’ or ‘Miraidon’. This creates a time loop with no clear origin, a sequence of events that defies logic and sustains its own existence. This is a prime example of a bootstrap paradox, also known as an ontological paradox.
Furthermore, Sada and Turo raise the possibility that they may have come from an alternate timeline, adding another layer of complexity to the paradoxes in the game. The exchange of books between the professors also presents a paradox, as it is the same book that was the key to the time machine. This conversation generates yet another paradox, further complicating the intricate web of paradoxes in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.
2024-01-22 14:41:03
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