Fans Call for Pokemon Go to Add Real Black and White Shadow Lugia from XD Instead of New Normal Version

Pokemon Go recently revealed a new Shadow Lugia coming in October, but it looks like a normal shadow Pokemon rather than the black/white Shadow Lugia from Pokemon XD.

Fans on Reddit have called for Pokemon Go to add the "real" black/white Shadow Lugia from XD instead.

The black/white Shadow Lugia has only appeared in XD and a TCG promo card, likely due to licensing issues.

Some fans argue Armored Mewtwo's appearance means Shadow Lugia is possible, but the XD lore is not acknowledged officially.

While the XD Shadow Lugia is visually cooler, it may be out of Niantic's control to add it due to licensing issues.