Delphox (Pokémon): Difference between revisions

→‎Origin: Added that Delphox is probably based on kitsune-mochi (Japanese fox witches) and mages. When I previously contributed to the Origin section, it was unnecessarily elaborate. I apologize. I do not believe I did that again with this contribution
(→‎Origin: Way too much cruft.)
(→‎Origin: Added that Delphox is probably based on kitsune-mochi (Japanese fox witches) and mages. When I previously contributed to the Origin section, it was unnecessarily elaborate. I apologize. I do not believe I did that again with this contribution)
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===Origin===
===Origin===
Delphox is likely based on a fox,<ref>[http://www.officialnintendomagazine.co.uk/55933/features/interview-game-freak-on-the-origins-of-pokmon-x-y/ Official Nintendo Magazine - Interview: Game Freak on the origins of Pokémon X & Y]</ref> specifically a {{wp|fennec fox}}. It also resembles the {{wp|maned wolf}}. Delphox likely incorporates elements of {{wp|witchcraft}} and {{wp|kitsune}}. Its prophetic abilities may derive from {{wp|oracles}}.
Delphox is based on a fox,<ref>[http://www.officialnintendomagazine.co.uk/55933/features/interview-game-freak-on-the-origins-of-pokmon-x-y/ Official Nintendo Magazine - Interview: Game Freak on the origins of Pokémon X & Y]</ref> specifically resembling the {{wp|fennec fox}}. It is also likely based on {{wp|Asian_witchcraft#Japan|kitsune-mochi}}, witches in Japanese folklore who inherit their magical powers from foxes. Delphox's robe-like fur and use of a wand-like branch likely derive from {{wp|Magician_(fantasy)|mages}}, while its prophetic abilities may derive from {{wp|oracles}}.


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