Mega Dragonite, one of the highly anticipated Mega Evolutions from Pokemon Legends: Z-A, is preparing to make its grand entrance into the Pokemon universe sooner than expected. Recent teasers suggest this powerful evolution will debut in an upcoming episode of Pokemon Horizons, potentially beating the game itself to the punch. However, international fans might have to wait until after Pokemon Legends: Z-A launches to witness this momentous event.

First unveiled in July 2025 alongside pre-order bonuses for Pokemon Legends: Z-A, Mega Dragonite stands out among the 26 new Mega Evolutions planned for the upcoming RPG. This revelation has set the Pokemon community abuzz with speculation and excitement about its capabilities and design.

Following established tradition, creatures introduced in Pokemon Legends: Z-A typically make their way into the anime series. Mega Dragonite appears to be following this pattern, with strong indications that it will debut in Episode 107 of Pokemon Horizons: The Series. According to reports from Comicbook, the episode will feature Roy attempting to rescue Ult (Uruto) after his capture during a mission to infiltrate the Explorers' hideout. During the ensuing chaos, Ult's Dragonite is expected to make a dramatic appearance.

While the official synopsis doesn't explicitly confirm Mega Dragonite's appearance, fan speculation across social media platforms suggests widespread belief that this evolution will occur. One popular theory circulating among enthusiasts proposes that Ult's Dragonite might achieve Mega Evolution independently during the episode's climactic moments. Additionally, Episode 107 is rumored to introduce Rabsca and Darmanitan's Galarian Zen Mode form to the anime.

Japanese audiences will witness Episode 107 on August 22 as part of the Mega Voltage story arc, which international versions will likely rebrand as Pokemon Horizons Season 3. However, Western fans face a significant delay, as Pokemon Horizons typically premieres in Japan well before international releases. Currently, Netflix's catalog lags 28 episodes behind the Japanese broadcast.

This scheduling discrepancy means Western audiences will probably experience Mega Dragonite's debut through Pokemon Legends: Z-A before seeing its anime appearance. The highly anticipated sequel to Pokemon Legends: Arceus launches globally on October 16 for both the original Nintendo Switch and its successor. Fans can currently enjoy new gameplay footage from a Pokemon Legends: Z-A demo showcased at the Pokemon World Championships in Anaheim, California.