Pokémon mascot Pikachu was supposed to have ANOTHER evolution

The famous yellow mouse was designed as part of a trio, however, the creator
The famous yellow mouse was designed as part of a trio, however, the creator's of Pokemon decided to shelve the idea to 'maintain game balance'.

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