Pokémon Day 2017 doesn't officially start until February 27, but GameStop has announced plans to begin celebrating a couple days early. All GameStop store locations will host their own Pokémon Day in stores and online on Saturday, February 25, when shoppers will be able to save big on Pokémon games, gear and collectibles. Complete event details … Continue reading All GameStop stores will host Pokémon Day tomorrow, February 25
Zapdos, #145 – Electric Pokémon
Zapdos is a legendary bird Pokémon that has the ability to control electricity. It usually lives in thunderclouds. The Pokémon gains power if it is stricken by lightning bolts. Type: Electric/Flying Category: Electric Ability: Pressure, which enables the Pokemon to raise opposing Pokemon's PP usage. Hidden Ability: Static, which may cause paralysis upon contact with the Pokemon. Weaknesses: … Continue reading Zapdos, #145 – Electric Pokémon
New Ho-Oh and Necrozma sets revealed for Pokemon TCG: Sun & Moon
Two new sets have been revealed for the latest Pokemon TCG: Sun & Moon expansion. The first one features Ho-Oh and is called "To Have Seen the Battle Rainbow" and the second one showcases Necrozma and is titled "Darkness that Consumes Light." The upcoming duo is scheduled to debut in Japan on June 16, 2017. … Continue reading New Ho-Oh and Necrozma sets revealed for Pokemon TCG: Sun & Moon
Articuno, #144 – Freeze Pokémon
Articuno is a legendary bird Pokémon that can control ice. The flapping of its wings chills the air. As a result, it is said that when this Pokémon flies, snow will fall. Type: Ice/Flying Category: Freeze Ability: Pressure, which enables the Pokemon to raise opposing Pokemon's PP usage. Hidden Ability: Snow Cloak, which boosts evasion in a hailstorm. … Continue reading Articuno, #144 – Freeze Pokémon
Locations and dates of the 2017 Pokémon North American International Championships and 2017 World Championships
Official details have been announced for two of the largest Pokémon tournaments of the year - the North American International Championships and the Pokémon World Championships. The inaugural 2017 North American International Championships will take place June 30–July 2 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, the longtime home of the US National Championships. There … Continue reading Locations and dates of the 2017 Pokémon North American International Championships and 2017 World Championships
How you can celebrate Pokémon Day on February 27, 2017
Pokémon Day takes place on February 27, commemorating the launch of the very first Pokémon games in Japan back in 1996. To celebrate the milestone, several events and promotions are planned, leading up through the big day. The fun starts at the #PokemonDay social hub, where The Pokémon Company will be updating a gallery of … Continue reading How you can celebrate Pokémon Day on February 27, 2017
Snorlax, #143 – Sleeping Pokémon
Snorlax's typical day consists of nothing more than eating and sleeping. It is such a docile Pokémon that there are children who use its expansive belly as a place to play. Type: Normal Category: Sleeping Ability: Thick Fat, which boosts resistance to Fire and Ice-type moves. Or Immunity, which prevents the Pokemon from getting poisoned. Hidden Ability: Gluttony, … Continue reading Snorlax, #143 – Sleeping Pokémon
Aerodactyl, #142 – Fossil Pokémon
Aerodactyl is a Pokémon from the age of dinosaurs. It was regenerated from genetic material extracted from amber. It is imagined to have been the king of the skies in ancient times. Type: Rock/Flying Category: Fossil Ability: Rock Head, which protects the Pokemon from recoil damage. Or Pressure, which raises the opposing Pokemon's PP usage. Hidden Ability: Unnerve, … Continue reading Aerodactyl, #142 – Fossil Pokémon
