Trapinch, #328 – Ant Pit Pokémon

Trapinch's nest is a sloped, bowl-like pit dug in sand. This Pokémon patiently waits for prey to tumble down the pit. Its giant jaws have enough strength to crush even boulders. Trapinch is a patient hunter. It digs an inescapable pit in a desert and waits for its prey to come tumbling down. This Pokémon … Continue reading Trapinch, #328 – Ant Pit Pokémon

Teary-eyed Swablu found it really hard to depart from May’s presence

How could it not when May was so good to it?

Lana stars in the August 31 episode of Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon

Trial Captain Lana stars in the newest installment of Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon, which is scheduled to first air in Japan on August 31. You can check out the official promo for the upcoming episode in the video below. Lana is described as a captain who is an expert with Water-type Pokémon. She … Continue reading Lana stars in the August 31 episode of Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon

Spinda, #327 – Spot Panda Pokémon

All the Spinda that exist in the world are said to have utterly unique spot patterns. The shaky, tottering steps of this Pokémon give it the appearance of dancing. No two Spinda are said to have identical spot patterns on their hides. This Pokémon moves in a curious manner as if it is stumbling in … Continue reading Spinda, #327 – Spot Panda Pokémon

Game Freak wasn’t initially keen on the Pokémon anime

The folks at Game Informer recently had an opportunity to visit Game Freak's studio in Tokyo, Japan, to learn more about Pokémon's origins. One of their detailed talks dealt with the long-running Pokémon anime series, which is believed to have attributed significantly to Pikachu's popularity: "Probably thanks to Pikachu being in the anime and being … Continue reading Game Freak wasn’t initially keen on the Pokémon anime

Grumpig, #326 – Manipulate Pokémon

Grumpig uses the black pearls on its body to amplify its psychic power waves for gaining total control over its foe. When this Pokémon uses its special power, its snorting breath grows labored. Grumpig uses the black pearls on its body to wield its fantastic powers. When it is doing so, it dances bizarrely. This … Continue reading Grumpig, #326 – Manipulate Pokémon

May’s kindness really shined when she took close care of this injured Swablu

Even though it was a wild Pokémon, May treated it as if were one of her own.

Spoink, #325 – Bounce Pokémon

Spoink bounces around on its tail. The shock of its bouncing makes its heart pump. As a result, this Pokémon cannot afford to stop bouncing—if it stops, its heart will stop. Spoink keeps a pearl on top of its head. The pearl functions to amplify this Pokémon's psychokinetic powers. It is therefore on a constant … Continue reading Spoink, #325 – Bounce Pokémon