#originally linked to steebs-nerdy-corner but this is where I put all my Pokemon thoughts

[pokemon-inspiration]

Bonus Water Hyacinth Bulbasaur Pokedex Entries:

Some companion entries for the gorgeous Bulbasaur variant lines made by the absolutely wonderful @prof-peach! I’m so happy with one of my “invasive” Grass-types being brought to life!

Bulbasaur:

“These Bulbasaurs were originally adapted to a massive river complex of a distant rainforest. The plant growing from their back is filled with spongy tissue, allowing Bulbasaur to float carelessly in the water. It's leaf flippers are still developing, so it can’t swim very fast from the Pokemon who might want to eat the tender bud on it's back.”

Ivysaur:

“As the plant on it's back matures, it develops tiny crystals embedded in its tissues, making it much harder to eat. In addition, the roots on its belly can strip noxious substances from the water and store it in the plant. This allows Ivysaur to be more confident and independent as it ages.”

Venusaur:

“Its showy violet flowers are envied the world over for their beauty. Many populations of this Pokemon were established accidentally by horticulturists who just wanted something pretty to live among their water gardens. Any leaves shed from it's back can become a new Bulbasaur.”

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I initially wanted to mention water hyacinth’s propensity for hosting mosquitoes in these entries, but quickly realized there really aren’t any mosquito Pokemon.

Also, Mega Evolving or Gigantimaxing this variant would be a very bad idea.