Leaks are a mess. They really are. One minute you’re looking at a blurry screenshot of a "new" Charizard form that looks like it was drawn in MS Paint, and the next, you’re staring at actual datamined stats that change everything we thought we knew about the meta. With Pokémon Legends: Z-A and its subsequent DLC, "The Mega Dimension," finally out in the wild as of late 2025 and early 2026, the floodgates haven't just opened—they’ve collapsed.
If you’ve been following the scene, you know the new mega evolutions leak wasn't just one single event. It was a slow drip of "teraleaks" and early copies that basically spoiled the entire Lumiose City surprise. Honestly, some of these designs are absolute fire, while others... well, let’s just say the community has thoughts.
The Starter Trio: From Hype to "Toilet Seats"
The biggest drama by far surrounds the Johto and Unova starters. For months, we speculated. Would Meganium finally be viable? Would Emboar get the "bacon" treatment?
When the designs for Mega Meganium, Mega Feraligatr, and Mega Emboar finally leaked right before the game's October 16 launch, the reaction was polarizing. Mega Meganium is actually gorgeous. It gets these massive, puffy bands of colored flowers—red, pink, and white—wrapped around its neck like a royal collar. It’s now a Grass/Fairy type, which fans have been begging for since the Bush administration. It hits a massive $143$ Special Attack stat, turning the "useless flower" into a literal "Mega Sol Cannon."
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Then there’s Feraligatr. Poor, poor Feraligatr.
The leak revealed a Water/Dragon typing, which sounds incredible on paper. But the design features this massive red helmet that closes down over its head. When it’s open, it looks—and I’m quoting the frustrated Reddit threads here—exactly like a toilet seat. It’s a bit of a tragedy because its Attack stat is a terrifying $160$. If you can get past the plumbing-inspired headgear, it’s a monster in battle.
The "Mega Dimension" DLC Bombshells
Just when we thought we had seen it all, the DLC leaks started hitting. The "Mega Dimension" expansion brought in spatial distortions in Lumiose City, and with them, a whole list of unexpected Megas.
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- Mega Raichu (X and Y): Finally, Pikachu's older brother gets some love. The leak confirmed two different versions depending on the Mega Stone.
- Mega Zeraora: A pure Electric type that looks like it stepped out of a high-budget anime.
- Mega Baxcalibur: Because apparently, the Godzilla of Paldea wasn't scary enough.
- Mega Starmie: This one caused a literal riot. The leaked images showed it with... legs. Long, spindly legs. People are still hoping it’s just a "weird running animation," but the TCG leaks from the "Mega Evolution—Perfect Order" set (set for March 2026) seem to confirm the design is real.
TCG Leaks Confirming the Game’s Secrets
If you want to know what's real, look at the cardboard. The upcoming Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes TCG expansion, launching January 30, 2026, has been the final nail in the coffin for "fake" rumors.
We've seen official art for Mega Dragonite ex and Mega Froslass ex. Mega Dragonite is the big headliner here, and let’s be real, we’ve waited thirty years for this. It looks majestic, keeping the friendly vibe but adding an ethereal, "Ascended" aura. On the flip side, Mega Scrafty ex is leaning into a "low-key, underground" vibe with comic-book style "Mega Attack Rare" artwork.
Is the Power Creep Real?
It's not just about looks. The datamined stats for these new forms are kind of insane. In the past, Mega Evolution was a +100 base stat total (BST) boost.
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In Legends: Z-A, things are more nuanced. Some Megas, like Mega Emboar, are incredibly balanced across all five stats, making them versatile "warrior emperors" with its signature fire spear. Others are specialists. Mega Garchomp Z and Mega Lucario Z (exclusive to the DLC distortions) are basically designed to end games in one turn.
There is a legitimate concern among competitive players that the "Z" variants of existing Megas are making the original versions obsolete. Why use standard Mega Lucario when Mega Lucario Z exists with better coverage and a more optimized stat spread?
What You Should Do Now
If you’re still working through the Lumiose City missions or preparing for the Ascended Heroes TCG drop, here is how to handle the current "leak" landscape:
- Verify the Source: If it’s from "CentroLeaks" or "ElChicoEevee," it’s probably legit datamined info. If it’s a "trust me my uncle works at Nintendo" post on a random forum, ignore it.
- Check the TCG Schedules: The TCG expansion "Perfect Order" (March 27, 2026) is where you’ll find the first official looks at the more "out there" designs like Mega Zygarde and Mega Skarmory.
- Don't Sleep on the Starters: Despite the "toilet seat" memes, Mega Feraligatr is currently dominating the early-game meta due to its sheer raw power.
- Prepare for Pokémon Day: With the 30th anniversary coming up in February, expect official reveals that will finally turn these "leaks" into confirmed history.
The meta is shifting faster than a Ninjask on Speed Boost. Whether you love the new "Mega Dimension" additions or think they’ve gone too far, one thing is certain: the era of Mega Evolution is back, and it’s weirder than ever.