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The return of Mega Evolutions in Pokémon Legends: Z-A has ignited widespread enthusiasm across the community. From the gradual unveiling of fresh additions ahead of the title's release, to trainers forming firm views on the full roster of new Megas, there's plenty for enthusiasts to look forward to.

With many of the Super Forms boasting unique designs that highlight their personalities, one idea came to mind: What's the best way to link this with zodiac signs? This list is based on a mix of intuition, common zodiac traits, and personal experience.

Aries – Super Camerupt

Honestly, Houndour's evolution was almost selected for this fire sign, as they are the Mega Pokémon and zodiac symbol that inspire the greatest apprehension. However, a Super Houndoom appears as always furious, which doesn't match the Aries vibe, renowned for being playful, cheerful, and impulsive. This makes Aries far more similar to Mega Camerupt, which solely erupts when provoked. Remain on the good side of either and benefit from a powerful partner; if you cross them, prepare to get burned.

The Bull – Super Heracross

Similar to a loyal Taurus, the steadfast Heracross, both in its standard and Mega form, has aided numerous trainers in Legends: Z-A. Though dependable, both the Pokémon and a Taurus are also Fighting types, and – whether it's their companion or a strong opinion – will defend their position unwaveringly. What about Mega Heracross that recalls most of my Bull-sign companions, however, is its unashamed love of snacks. Many past Pokédex entries note their craving for tasty tree sap and how it uses its appendage to hoard it everything, which is pure Bull-sign vibe.

Gemini – Super Medicham

Observe this total royalty. You cannot tell me this creature is not the soul of every party, providing an endless stream of gossip to anyone who wants to hear. Much like an enrapturing, sociable Twins, it's very simple to imagine Mega Medicham mesmerizing an entire open area with their stories. Medicham’s Pokédex entry also mentions its capacity to foresee an enemy’s future actions, which seems very like a socially-savvy Gemini.

The Crab – Mega Manectric

Cancer is commonly considered as the most sensitive sign of the zodiac, a intense sign known for frequently getting absorbed in their emotions. Per the official info, Super Evolution fills the creature with a “tremendous quantity of electricity, but it's too much for Manectric to fully manage,” which sounds a lot like a classic Crab emotional outburst. It is also known for its capability to make a storm cloud over its very head – and if there’s a single trait a Cancer is likely to do, it’s rain on their good time.

Leo – Super Starmie

Well, did you think I was going to select the lion Pokémon for the lion of the zodiac? Besides the fact that it would be far too on the nose, The Lion is obviously Mega Starmie, the diva whose gams just went viral for being extremely fabulous (or horrifying, based on your preference). Fans were captivated from the purple sea star, and that’s precisely the identical energy a Leo brings to the table. Starmie is also said to be broadcasting signals from its center out into the cosmos, and it’s typical of a Lion to be staging a show, even if for aliens.

The Maiden – Super Victreebel

The always-ready and perpetually-anxious Virgo is ideally encapsulated in Mega Victreebel, the Super Form with perpetual acid reflux. The zodiac symbol known for being charmingly judgmental is clearly reflected throughout this creature's entire lineage, from a perpetually surprised expression like a Maiden when you inform them you don’t have a retirement plan, to its upside-down visage that’s just like the symbol a Maiden posts to the group chat when all says they want to “be spontaneous” rather than creating a plan.

Libra – Mega Audino

Look at this sweet, empathetic being, who employs the feelers on its ears to detect how others are emotionally by their pulse. Consistently compassionate – sometimes to a detriment – and striving to keep the harmony, there are numerous Libras who would likely benefit from Mega Audino’s abilities. However, to be frank, it would probably just make them stress even more about everyone else.

Scorpio – Super Banette

This Ghost-type is a Pokémon with a surprisingly tragic backstory: Abandoned as a toy, it gained consciousness through pure hatred and swore revenge on its former owner. Per the Pokédex, Super Evolution, “enhances its spitefulness.” That seems precisely like several discussions I’ve had with my intense Scorpio friends. A Scorpio loves cosmic justice and comeuppance, making them the ideal match with Mega Banette.

Sagittarius – Super Hawlucha

Both Super Hawlucha and Archers are constantly staging a performance. As a Archer myself, the number of times I’ve called myself some version of a “silly small jester” is innumerable. The most flamboyant and most attention-seeking Super Form, its description even mentions how it “flexes to show off its strength.” I would do the very same thing if I had a Super Form, making Mega Hawlucha the most apt Sagittarius match I can think of.

Capricorn – Mega Absol

Were you aware that a Super Absol has the power to predict disasters ahead of time? That gives the identical vibe as a Goat, who tends to consistently think they’re right. Interestingly, similar to a prophetic Super Absol, they often are. It’s also the very initial Mega Evolution that players encounter in Legends: Z-A – typical of a Goat to join the ground floor of the Mega trend.

Aquarius – Super Chandelure

Detached air sign Water Bearer is possibly the non-flame sign that is closest to a fire sign – its sister sign is Leo, and there are countless memes about the Archer and Water Bearer being chaotic accomplices. Super Chandelure's dual Spirit/Flame typing matches seamlessly with this, and the Mega’s overall daunting presence is also extremely Aquarius. If you hadn't yet persuaded, the Super Form's description says it “absorbs hatred and converts it into power.” If that fails to perfectly {encaps