Pokemon Fan Creates Incredible Unown Tablets

A Pokémon enthusiast has crafted a stunning collection of clay tablet replicas featuring the enigmatic Unown Pokémon. These meticulously detailed tablets showcase messages inscribed in the unique Unown alphabet, even including a special appearance by a legendary Pokémon.

Unown, a distinctive Pokémon species introduced in Generation II, boasts 28 forms mirroring the Latin alphabet. Its unusual design played a significant role in the third Pokémon movie alongside Entei.

The artist, Higher-Elo-Creative, unveiled their impressive creations on the Pokémon subreddit, garnering considerable praise for both their artistic design and skillful execution. These clay-tablet-inspired props, seemingly crafted from clay, feature various messages such as "Power," "Unown," "Game Over," "Home," and "Your Journey Begins." Higher-Elo-Creative also invited fans to suggest future inscriptions.

The final tablet reveals Mew, subtly peeking from behind simulated foliage. While not a perfect match, it evokes the Ancient Mew card distributed during screenings of Pokémon 2000: The Power of One. This choice aligns perfectly with Mew's legendary status. Responding to fan inquiries, Higher-Elo-Creative revealed the tablets are foam-based and available for purchase through their online shop.

Unown's Absence, Yet Enduring Appeal

Despite its limited competitive viability, Unown presents a fascinating challenge for Pokémon players. Completing the Unown Pokédex remains a key goal for many dedicated fans and completionists. However, Unown's absence in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet caused some disappointment. Despite this, Unown's popularity persists, with fans proposing new forms incorporating symbols and icons beyond the Latin alphabet.

The future of Unown in the Pokémon franchise remains uncertain. Whether it reappears in Pokémon Legends: Z-A or remains absent for a longer period is yet to be seen.