A recent episode of Pokemon Horizons has introduced a brand-new type of Poke Ball, sparking excitement and curiosity among the fandom. This new design stands out from the vast collection of Poke Balls seen throughout the series, leaving fans eager to uncover its potential purpose.
Over the years, the Pokemon series has featured various types of Poke Balls, each with specific uses, from catching certain types of Pokemon to increasing catch chances after a long battle. However, the function of this new Poke Ball remains a mystery.
In episode 75 of Pokemon Horizons, titled "The Entrusted Future, the Shine of This World," a flashback reveals the new Poke Ball in use by Gibeon. This moment is significant as the ball contains a special white Zygarde. The Poke Ball itself is striking, featuring a steampunk-inspired design with a gear replacing the usual circle button. Its color scheme is primarily white and brown, accented with green and red highlights. When shown in the episode, the ball already houses Zygarde, leaving the question of its special purpose unanswered—whether it's merely a cosmetic variation or something more significant remains unclear.
Fans have already begun speculating about the Poke Ball’s function, drawing comparisons to the legendary GS Ball from the Pokemon Gold and Silver era. The GS Ball was originally meant to hold Celebi, a key plot element, but the storyline was abandoned, and the GS Ball was written out of the narrative. This reference shows that fans haven’t forgotten the mysterious GS Ball, despite its omission from the plot.
As of now, the English-language broadcast of Pokemon Horizons is only up to episode 45, so fans will likely have to wait some time before the new episode is available in English. In the meantime, the true purpose of this unique Poke Ball may still be shrouded in mystery, and fans will have to stay tuned to find out.