Fuecoco, Crocalor, and Skeledirge | Origin of Species

In this recurring series, I’ll analyze the origins of Pokémon designs and their allusions to Mediterranean culture from Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet. Fuecoco Fuecoco is the Fire Croc Pokemon, one of the first partner Pokemon you may catch at the beginning of your journey in Paldea. Its name is a combination of “Fuego”, the … Read more

April Giveaway: A plush Fuecoco puppet!

Spring is bringing warm weather to many fans in the northern hemisphere and, thanks to Meccha Japan, our giveaways are heating up too! They have generously supplied us with a plush Fuecoco puppet to give to a lucky winner! Find out how to enter this sponsored giveaway below. April’s prize from Meccha Japan The prize: … Read more

Receive an Iron Hands Mystery Gift to celebrate the EUIC!

The European International Championships have started In London, England, and will be taking place through Sunday, April 7. You can learn more about watching the TCG and video game competitions in Pokémon’s article here, but to celebrate, they’ve also released a Mystery Gift code to receive Iron Hands in Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet! This … Read more

Pokémon Sleep celebrates April Fools’ with tournament announcement

Competitive sleeping?! That’s what the Pokémon Sleep Champion Tournament 2024 features! You can watch the humorous video below. Do you think you have what it takes to be the Pokémon Sleep champion? Let us know how you’re enjoying Pokémon Sleep‘s Raikou event in the comments below or share your favorite April Fools’ Day gag so … Read more

Sprigatito, Florgato, and Meowscarada | Origin of Species

Sprigatito, Florgato, and Meowscarada | Origin of Species

In this recurring series, I’ll analyze the origins of Pokémon designs and their allusions to Mediterranean culture from Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet. Sprigatito Sprigatito is one of the first partner Pokémon you may choose at the start of your journey in Paldea. Its classification as the “Grass Cat” is a perfect description, with a … Read more

March and April Pokémon goods from Jazwares

Toy company Jazwares has some fun surprises in store for Pokémon fans this spring. Read below to find out more about the latest figures, sets and plushies you can expect at stores soon, if not already out! This post includes affiliate links which may provide a commission when items are purchased through them. Thank you! … Read more