"Gallade does not understand personal space": Pokemon GO Reddit in splits after Mega Gallade Raids

Pokemon GO players recently found themselves chuckling over an unusual quirk involving Mega Gallade. After completing a Mega Gallade raid, players noticed how uncomfortably close the Pokemon appeared during the catching phase, sparking an outpour of memes and humorous reactions. Redditor TheTwoWipeWonder led the charge with a post captioned:

“Gallade does not understand personal space"

Gallade does not understand personal space byu/TheTwoWipeWonder inpokemongo

This was accompanied by a meme showing Francis Bourgeois's famous close-up angle to mimic the awkward encounter.

The post resonated deeply with other players in the community, prompting creative responses and shared experiences. From fumbling with phones to unexpected screen invasions, Mega Gallade's unique entrance made an unforgettable impression on the community.

Stainkee humorously underscored the situation by attaching a screenshot of Mega Gallade’s looming presence.

Comment byu/TheTwoWipeWonder from discussion inpokemongo

The visual confirmed how unnervingly close the Pokemon appears, leaving players bemused and slightly startled.

Traditional-Fox6018 took the hilarity further by recounting their physical reaction.

"Thr first time, I literally jumped away and dropped my phone"

The unexpected closeness left them completely unprepared, making for a memorable raid moment.

Another Redditor, u/bro-v-wade, pointed out how the proximity posed a real gameplay challenge.

"It was actually hard to get excellent because of how close this Pokemon got"

They shared that hitting an excellent throw was difficult with Gallade’s overly enthusiastic approach, a sentiment many players could relate to.

Apprehensivekeewee’s experience added a whimsical twist to the conversation.

Comment byu/TheTwoWipeWonder from discussion inpokemongo

After catching an XXL-sized Mega Gallade they wondered why the Pokemon looked so absurdly large and intimidating on their screen.

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Mega Gallade Raids: A quirky addition to Pokemon GO

Mega Gallade as seen in the anime (Image via The Pokemon Company)

While Mega Gallade’s close-up moment provided plenty of laughs, it also highlights the unexpected quirks that makes the game such a memorable experience. The game’s ability to create shareable, funny moments like these fosters a strong sense of community among players.

As the new events occur in the game, trainers will likely keep encountering oddities and surprises, proving that even after so many years, Pokemon GO continues to entertain and unite its fans.

Mega Gallade’s lack of personal space might be a minor inconvenience, but it’s certainly a memorable one that has cemented its place in the hearts of players everywhere.

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