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

Five questions from the Pokémon Scarlet & Violet trailer

During Pokémon Day yesterday, fans got the first look at the next entries in the main series, Pokémon Scarlet & Pokémon Violet. The trailer included a live action component that ultimately led into actual game footage, but its content raised plenty of questions about the new games. Sure, we know some Pokémon that will be … Read more

Prof. Chime’s Pokémon Day Predictions for 2022

Over the past year, we’ve had a ton of Pokémon across all mediums, from video games to cards to music albums. As the 25th anniversary finally comes to a close this Sunday, we’re being offered yet another Pokémon Day treat to begin the next year.  As with most Pokémon Days, the anniversary of the original … Read more