Pokemon Sun and Moon - Thoughts on Rowlet

by Richard Rowell, Gaming Successfully Staff

Image via Bulbagarden. Fair use.

Rowlet is the Grass-type starter Pokemon for Pokemon Sun and Moon. It also happens to be a Flying-type, as well. This makes sense considering that Rowlet resembles a small circular owl, although officially it is known as the Grass Quill Pokemon. At only 3.3 lbs (1.5 kg), it is the lightest starter Pokemon of all time.   It only stands at 1 foot tall (0.3m), so it's a tiny thing. 

I like that you get access to a Flying Pokemon so early on in the game. In this case, dual-typing is pretty useful. According to the Pokemon Wikia, Rowlet has access to a new Grass-type move called Leafage. 

While we don't know much yet about Rowlet or his evolved forms, I like the overall design. It may not be my first pick among the three Alola region starters, but I'll be happy to give him a chance at a later date.