Eiscue – Origin of Species

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In this recurring series, I’ll analyze the origins of Pokémon designs, their culture, and their historical allusions to British culture. Eiscue is based on a penguin, and is classified as the Penguin Pokémon. Its name is a modification of “ice cube”, relating to its cube head, in which eyes are shaved and a beak is … Read more

Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl begin global release

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While many fans will have to wait a few more hours, Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl have started releasing as midnight slowly rolls across time zones. We’re updating our section on the games throughout the day and adding new pages, we’ll keep updating the list here as we go: Ball Capsules and Stickers Daily … Read more

Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl review round-up

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With mere days left before the release of the Generation IV remakes Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, many reviews have now been posted for the two games. We’ve compiled some of the best with excerpts and a link to the full review: The Sixth Axis – 9/10 “Despite not having my rose-tinted glasses on … Read more

Zacian and Zamazenta – Origin of Species

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In this recurring series, I’ll analyze the origins of Pokémon designs, their culture, and their historical allusions to British culture. On February 27, 2019, two legendary Pokémon were teased in the premiere trailer for Pokémon Sword and Shield. These were the box legendaries, both based on wolves. Both are classified as the Warrior Pokémon. Living … Read more

Halloween giveaway: Mimikyu and Froslass plushies!

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No tricks, but a great treat! Our friends at Meccha Japan have given us two Sanei Pokémon All Star Collection plushies! Happy Halloween from both our sites! The prizes One winner will receive two ghostly plushies from Sanei’s Japanese Pokémon All Star Collection line, Mimikyu and Froslass (both the ‘S’ size)! Don’t miss our other … Read more