Official Team Rocket takeover now underway, Jessie, James and Meowth are trying to capture Pikachu once and for all

Phew…looks like Team Rocket's blasting off again! Thanks for helping us save Pikachu, Trainers! Check out #PokemonTV for more of Team Rocket's misadventures! https://t.co/jjbsIQUZ8L pic.twitter.com/5560U5ROWL

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) April 1, 2018

Thanks for nothing, Twerps! Because of you, we didn't catch Pikachu! But you won't get rid of us that easily—we'll be back! #TeamRocketTakeover pic.twitter.com/SPss4mQnkj

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) April 1, 2018

Prepare for trouble…and make it double! A transmission from Team Rocket is incoming! #TeamRocketTakeover pic.twitter.com/w6QfaZKEYN

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) April 1, 2018

That's right, Grunts! Team Rocket was front and center today! Make sure you study up on some of our most memorable #PokemonTCG moments: https://t.co/oZ0LKQKvzj #TeamRocketTakeover pic.twitter.com/14gwec5LvT

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) April 1, 2018

Yeah, but we're running the show today, Grunt! #TeamRocketTakeover pic.twitter.com/MrvwXndSy6

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) April 1, 2018

Hmm…interesting choice, Grunts. But it's time to show that Twerp who Pikachu belongs to once and for all—Meowth, you're up! #TeamRocketTakeover pic.twitter.com/Vds1I6tmBm

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) April 1, 2018

*Chilling with my friends*
Brain: Don’t do anything weird!
Me:#TeamRocketTakeover @Pokemon pic.twitter.com/Kg8CqKMkwR

— ToadPlayer64 (@ToadPlayer64) April 1, 2018

Can't decide which Pokémon we should use to take on the Twerp? Check out our highlight reel for some insidious inspiration: https://t.co/jjbsIQUZ8L #TeamRocketTakeover pic.twitter.com/3YcnzrOxyJ

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) April 1, 2018

Suit up, Grunt. You'd be perfect to join our thieving team! #TeamRocketTakeover https://t.co/5Ijgds0fB8

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) April 1, 2018

It's now or never, Grunts—we've gotta hang on to our precious Pikachu! Which Pokémon should we use to battle this annoying Twerp and his Charizard? #TeamRocketTakeover

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) April 1, 2018

We've captured Pikachu, but the Twerp sent out his Charizard! Good thing Team Rocket isn't afraid to turn up the heat! #TeamRocketTakeover pic.twitter.com/yzvbdNNLBB

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) April 1, 2018

We may not be the only members of Team Rocket bringing chaos at a breakneck pace, but we're definitely the most famous! Here's how some of our fellow Grunts are dashing hope and putting fear in its place: https://t.co/cWnMviSvfj #TeamRocketTakeover pic.twitter.com/ey4Kyb1RTM

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) April 1, 2018

That's right, Grunt! #TeamRocketTakeover pic.twitter.com/fsbsDmFUBX

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) April 1, 2018

We did it, Grunts! We managed to pinch that pesky Pikachu! #TeamRocketTakeover pic.twitter.com/rtup94oetY

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) April 1, 2018

A rose by any other name is just as sweet. When everything's worse, our work is complete! These new recruits are ready to help us capture Pikachu—what about you? Use #TeamRocketTakeover to share your costumes with us! pic.twitter.com/ahOEarjfEL

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) April 1, 2018

Don't worry fellow grunts, I'll keep my eye out for that electrifying little Pikachu… #TeamRocketTakeover

— SpatialDiscord (@spatialDiscord) April 1, 2018

We'll be unstoppable with this Meowth Balloon on our side! Thanks for your help, Grunts! Now it's time to face the Twerps and get our claws on that pristine Pikachu once and for all! #TeamRocketTakeover pic.twitter.com/92k3ECh54Y

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) April 1, 2018

Hey Team Rocket! We know where you can catch Pikachu! #TeamRocketTakeover pic.twitter.com/x50pBiTbBZ

— VIZ (@VIZMedia) April 1, 2018

Wait…who suggested the Wobbuffet Robot?! pic.twitter.com/JpLdGw1lcB

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) April 1, 2018

That's right, Grunt! Glad to have you on our team! #TeamRocketTakeover https://t.co/MqX0bHBZvE

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) April 1, 2018

Which of our impeccable inventions should we use to help us finally bring home that pivotal Pikachu?

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) April 1, 2018

We're not sharing the spotlight today! Here's everything you need to know about us, your favorite thieving trio: Jessie, James, and Meowth! https://t.co/fDTudXaa6U #TeamRocketTakeover pic.twitter.com/Hj2cPZBR4u

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) April 1, 2018

With these dastardly disguises, those twerpish Twerps will never know it's us! Thanks for weighing in, Grunts. We're coming for you, Pikachu! #TeamRocketTakeover pic.twitter.com/PufxBlcDd2

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) April 1, 2018

What was that?! Say it to our faces next time, Twerp! #TeamRocketTakeover pic.twitter.com/mnlKkrVkFO

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) April 1, 2018

Name a more iconic trio, Grunts. We’ll wait. #TeamRocketTakeover pic.twitter.com/FEnqBJTZtx

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) April 1, 2018

Name a more iconic trio, Grunts. We’ll wait. #TeamRocketTakeover pic.twitter.com/FEnqBJTZtx

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) April 1, 2018

TEAM ROCKET is underrated. I would happily join them any day. #TeamRocketTakeover

— Pål Ruben Hovind (@pruben) April 1, 2018

All right, Grunts, it's time to get down to business—those troublesome Twerps are heading this way! Which disguise should we wear to help us get our mitts on that powerful Pikachu? #TeamRocketTakeover

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) April 1, 2018

Wait…how did those Twerps get in there?! pic.twitter.com/1DHn6CqOyE

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) April 1, 2018

Now that we're in control, we're opening applications for new team members! Take a screenshot to see which member of Team Rocket you would be! #TeamRocketTakeover pic.twitter.com/bGEWgUACVs

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) April 1, 2018

First order of business, Grunts—we want to know who YOU think has the most fearsomely fabulous hair! Jessie, James, or…Wobbuffet? #TeamRocketTakeover pic.twitter.com/g6RZ5yzqM8

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) April 1, 2018