Magcargo, #219 – Lava Pokémon

Magcargo's shell is actually its skin that hardened as a result of cooling. Its shell is very brittle and fragile—just touching it causes it to crumble apart. This Pokémon returns to its original size by dipping itself in magma. Magcargo's body temperature is approximately 18,000 degrees Fahrenheit. Water is vaporized on contact. If this Pokémon … Continue reading Magcargo, #219 – Lava Pokémon

You can now register for the 2017 North American Pokémon International Championships

The Pokémon North American International Championships are the fourth and final International Championships event of the 2017 Championship Series season. This event will also be the last opportunity to earn Championship Points in the 2017 season. This event, one of the season's largest, will take place at the Indiana Convention Center from June 30 to … Continue reading You can now register for the 2017 North American Pokémon International Championships

Pokémon event at Toys “R” Us offers free Alolan Vulpix card, TCG album and Eevee figure

Toys "R" Us has announced that it will be hosting a Pokémon trade & collect event on Saturday, May 13, between 1 and 3 p.m. at all Toys "R" Us stores across the U.S. Attendees will be able to receive a free Alolan Vulpix foil card and a Pokémon TCG collector's album. They'll also be … Continue reading Pokémon event at Toys “R” Us offers free Alolan Vulpix card, TCG album and Eevee figure

Talented Pokémon fan alters original Pokémon TCG cards into fully-painted works of art

Another talented Pokémon fan is altering original Pokémon TCG cards into fully-painted works of art. This process transforms each card into a full art scene by extending the art of the original card. Each card is hand painted with acrylic paint and then sprayed with gloss, as showcased in the finished product of Gengar in … Continue reading Talented Pokémon fan alters original Pokémon TCG cards into fully-painted works of art

Slugma, #218 – Lava Pokémon

Molten magma courses throughout Slugma's circulatory system. If this Pokémon is chilled, the magma cools and hardens. Its body turns brittle and chunks fall off, reducing its size. Slugma does not have any blood in its body. Instead, intensely hot magma circulates throughout this Pokémon's body, carrying essential nutrients and oxygen to its organs. Type: … Continue reading Slugma, #218 – Lava Pokémon

Stylish new Pokémon merch revealed as part of Eevee’s Colorful Friends

As part of the recently-announced Eevee’s Colorful Friends campaign, a brand-new collection of Eevee-themed Pokémon merchandise will launch in Japan on May 13. The upcoming line features designs inspired by Eevee, Vaporeon, Jolteon, Flareon, Espeon, Umbreon, Leafeon, Glaceon or Sylveon in the form of stylish tote bags, T-shirts, Pokémon TCG deck cases, Pokémon Dolls, headbands, … Continue reading Stylish new Pokémon merch revealed as part of Eevee’s Colorful Friends

Ursaring, #217 – Hibernator Pokémon

In the forests inhabited by Ursaring, it is said that there are many streams and towering trees where they gather food. This Pokémon walks through its forest gathering food every day. Type: Normal Category: Hibernator Ability: Guts, which boosts the Attack stat if the Pokemon has a status condition. Or Quick Feet, which boosts the … Continue reading Ursaring, #217 – Hibernator Pokémon

Ten-year-old Sebastian Enriquez heads to the Pokémon World Championships for the second time

Thanks to his prowess as a Pokémon TCG player, 10-year-old Sebastian Enriquez has qualified to return to the Pokémon World Championships for a second time. He began training in 2014 and has since been able to name every single Pokémon. Pokémon TCG has taught him important life lessons, from sportsmanship to winning and losing graciously. … Continue reading Ten-year-old Sebastian Enriquez heads to the Pokémon World Championships for the second time