Ralts Evolves with Convergent Forms in Fan Creation

A talented Pokémon fan has crafted inventive convergent forms for Ralts, with unique designs for each gender. Pokémon fans frequently utilize existing franchise concepts to fuel their creativity, and convergent forms – a relatively new concept introduced in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet – are a popular choice.

Convergent Pokémon, defined by ecological similarity leading to similar designs despite being different species, were first showcased in Paldea and Kitakami. Examples include Toedscool/Toedscruel, Wiglett/Wugtrio, and Poltchageist/Sinistcha, the convergent counterparts to Tentacool/Tentacruel, Diglett/Dugtrio, Polteageist, and Sinistea. This concept sparks imaginative fan creations, such as the recent artwork by a dedicated fan.

Twitter user OnduRegion presented a captivating concept: two distinct convergent Ralts forms, dubbed "Salts." The female Salts resembles a mermaid, its bowl cut adorned with a starfish, while its eyes remain visible. The male Salts, in contrast, features a differently colored tail, shark-like fins in its bowl cut, and a concealed face.

Creative Pokémon Fan Art Reimagines Ralts as a Water-Type

OnduRegion's artwork also includes detailed information, such as abilities and stats. The female Salts is a Water/Psychic type, described in its Pokédex entry as luring ocean-goers to pilfer their possessions. The male Salts is a Water/Dark type, known for its habit of biting hard objects to strengthen its teeth, and characterized as stubborn and clumsy.

This isn't OnduRegion's first foray into impressive Pokémon fan art. Previous works include new forms for Charcadet, a new Hawlucha evolution, and striking Paradox Forms for Mewtwo X and Y. Like their other creations, these Ralts convergent forms seamlessly blend creativity with the established Pokémon art style. Combined with the artist's detailed lore, it's easy for fans to envision Ralts with these unique forms.