Indeedee – Origin of Species

In this recurring series, I’ll analyze the origins of Pokémon designs, their culture, and their historical allusions to British culture. Today, we’re looking at the new Gen VIII Pokémon Indeedee. Indeedee Indeedee is the Emotion Pokémon, a Psychic and Normal-type that is the seen in every Pokémon Center in Galar. They are the regional cleric. … Read more

Starter Showdown: Clash – Hoenn Hubbub 

It’s been a while and what a crazy last couple of months we’ve had! We’ve seen the start of a new Pokémon generation and tons of other news, but now we’re happy to be back with the next round of Starter Showdown: Clash! Sinnoh Slam Results Back in February, we held the Sinnoh Slam voting … Read more

Catching Pokémon for a good cause… participants welcome!

Want to help catch Pokémon and participate in ending childhood cancer? Check out the details below about this upcoming opportunity to help St. Baldrick’s Foundation! The event is taking place April 24 through April 30 and you can read more in their press release below, with some minor edits added. What is the ‘Catch a … Read more

Galarian Ponyta & Rapidash – Origin of Species

In this recurring series, I’ll analyze the origins of Pokémon designs, their culture, and their historical allusions to British culture. Galarian Ponyta Galarian Ponyta is a Psychic-type, with purple and blue tufts of fur rather than the flames of its Kantonian counterpart. It also has a small horn protruding out of its head. It is … Read more

Is Pokémon’s zodiac pattern for Fire-type starters over?

Last February 27, 2022, The Pokémon Company held their fourth “Pokémon Presents” presentation during their 26th anniversary. The presentation revealed a lot of new events and updates for their spin-off games, mobile games, & more. Out of all the announcements, Pokémon fans were brought to the edge of their seats as the company revealed the … Read more

Duraludon – Origin of Species

In this recurring series, I’ll analyze the origins of Pokémon designs, their culture, and their historical allusions to British culture.  Duraludon has a very interesting design, and is only the second Steel/Dragon-type Pokémon, at least until Hisuian Sliggoo and Goodra were introduced in Pokémon Legends: Arceus. While its type combination is uncommon, it is quite … Read more