Is Kalos in France?

Kalos is based on the northern half of Metropolitan France.

Is Pokémon XY in France?

This time, the games take place in the Kalos region—based on France—with the objective being to thwart the schemes of the nefarious criminal organization Team Flare, all while attempting to challenge the Pokémon League Champion.

Is Gen 6 based on France?

With the games taking place in a region based on France (called Kalos), design inspiration stemmed more from European culture (e.g. the legendary trio of Xerneas, Yveltal and Zygarde have their roots in Norse mythology).

Why is Kalos based in France?

"The Kalos region, the home for the Pokémon X and Pokémon Y story, is inspired by France," he said. "First of all we decided to use beauty as a game theme. We were inspired by one country in particular. A country that is reported to be the most visited in the world.

What city is Kalos in?

Lumiose City is the main city of Kalos.

Pokemon: Kalos Region ORIGINS: France (Gen 6 - X/Y)

What region is Gen 6 in?

What we know about Gen 6 Pokémon. Originating from the Kalos region, which takes inspiration from northern France, Gen 6 introduces 72 new Pokémon. This includes a collection of new legendaries, the traditional three - grass, water and fire - starter Pokémon and Klefki, the sentient keys Pokémon because why not.

What Gen is based on France?

Generation 6's setting of Kalos is heavily inspired by France. Like other regions, the general shape of the area is comparable to France's, and the buildings found throughout the region resemble various French landmarks.

What country is Gen 7?

Alola. Alola is a unique region in the Pokémon world, split into four natural islands and one manmade island. Inspired by Hawaii, it is the backdrop for the Generation 7 Pokemon games Sun, Ultra Sun, Moon, and Ultra Moon.

What country is galar based on?

The main part of Galar focuses heavily on the island of Great Britain, especially England and (to a lesser extent) Wales. However, the orientation of the landmass is rotated 180° compared to real-world Great Britain: for example, northern Galar is based on southern England.

Is Alola based on Hawaii?

Alola is based on Hawaiʻi, an archipelago in the Pacific Ocean and a state of the United States.

Is galar close to Kalos?

This region is based on the United Kingdom, specifically England, with the Isle of Armor being based on the Isle of Man and the Crown Tundra being based on Scotland. Theoretically, Galar may be closer to Kalos than any other region given England and France are near one another, though nothing is set in stone.

Is johto a real place?

Johto is based on the real Kansai region in Japan. Kansai and Kantō are the two most populous areas of Honshū, the largest island of Japan, and much like Johto and Kanto, represent a harmony of contrasting cultures living together.

Is France canon in Pokémon?

Not only is the Kalos region of Gen 6's Pokémon X & Y based on France, but this real-world country is referenced in the Pokédex as well.

Is Unova based on America?

Pokémon Black and White were the first Pokémon titles to take their inspiration not from Japan but from the United States. The game's Unova region is based on New York State, with Cestelia City its stand-in for Lower Manhattan.

Is Gen 9 set in Spain?

Game Freak / The Pokemon Company Gen 9 features a major landmark in Spain. While most of these things point towards Spain being the main influence on Paldea, it's likely that the Gen 9 Pokemon games have also been inspired by otherr nearby countries including Portugal.

Is Gen 9 in Portugal?

Pokemon Gen 9 region & location

The name of the new Pokemon Gen 9 region is Paldea, a land shaped very similar to the Iberian Peninsula, home to Spain and Portugal. The gameplay and locations also have a distinctly Mediterranean vibe when compared with earlier Pokemon adventures.

Is Gen 9 Spain or Italy?

The new region appearing in Gen 9 and Pokemon Scarlet and Violet is based on Spain in Europe, and there are several hints pointing it out in the reveal trailer.

What region is XY?

The games take place in the Kalos region. Announced on January 8, 2013 at 8 pm JST during a worldwide announcement by Satoru Iwata through Nintendo Direct, the paired versions were released worldwide (except for select countries) on October 12, 2013 and are available for both retail sale and download.

Which Pokémon is in Paris?

Lopunny is Paris's only known Pokémon. It was first seen outside of the Hearthome Gym coming out of a limousine with Paris, after Ash found out that Fantina was not back yet.

Is Sinnoh based on Russia?

The geography of the Sinnoh region is based on the geography of the Japanese island of Hokkaido and southern part of the Russian island Sakhalin, as well as Kunashir, which is claimed by Japan, but administered by Russia. Sinnoh has been said to be an island like Hoenn, rather than a peninsula.

Is Unova based on New York?

Although it is geographically based on New York City, it draws inspiration for its landmarks from the entire state of New York, which features a mixture of rural locations and urban areas as well as factory towns and industrial complexes.

What region is Zacian from?

Zacian and Zamazenta, also know as The Heroes of Many Battles, are the Mascot Legendaries of Pokémon Sword and Shield. They are the guardians of the Galar Region, who according to the legends protect Galar from outside threats before they faded into myths.

What is Gen 9 region called?

A new region to explore, the Paldea region, based on the Iberian Peninsula.

What country is Gen 8?

The Galar region is the setting of the eighth generation of Pokémon games, which is where the games Pokémon Sword and Shield take place. This region is primarily inspired by Great Britain (mainly England and parts of Scotland), showcasing landmarks inspired by Big Ben and Hadrian's Wall.