Anime fans rank Team Rocket among the top 10 “not bad, just misunderstood” villains

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Japanese ranking site Goo has asked anime fans about which fictional villains they believed were actually "not bad, just misunderstood" people. Answers primarily consist of characters that were created in Japan, with a few American film characters popping up. Team Rocket from the long-running Pokémon animated series are featured on a list of the top … Continue reading Anime fans rank Team Rocket among the top 10 “not bad, just misunderstood” villains

Pokkén Tournament kicks off new event to unlock web premium tickets and special bonus in Japan

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A new event for the original arcade version of Pokkén Tournament has gone live in Japan. It officially runs until April 23 and consists of the following components: New mission panel to complete, to unlock web premium tickets (7 days), some customisation items for your avatar and special titles A new Special Bonus, with some … Continue reading Pokkén Tournament kicks off new event to unlock web premium tickets and special bonus in Japan

Special Ho-Oh distribution announced for Pokémon Sun and Moon in Japan

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The first images from latest issue of CoroCoro have leaked online and have revealed the latest news on Pokémon Sun and Moon. According to the Japanese publication, a special distribution for Ho-Oh is scheduled to arrive in Japan later this year. Details on the Legendary Pokémon's level and moves have yet to be revealed, as … Continue reading Special Ho-Oh distribution announced for Pokémon Sun and Moon in Japan

Pokemon Sun and Moon among Japan’s top-selling games for 20th week in a row

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For the 20th consecutive week, Pokemon Sun and Moon are still among the best selling games in Japan. Between April 3 and April 9, the latest duo of Pokemon games collectively sold more than 7,000 copies in the region. They’ve managed to secure the 8th spot – an improvement over the previous week. The list … Continue reading Pokemon Sun and Moon among Japan’s top-selling games for 20th week in a row

Nintendo Badge Arcade adds six new panels of Pokémon badges

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Nintendo Badge Arcade recently had its weekly update in Japan. The Japanese version of the Nintendo 3DS app has once again introduced six panels of Pokémon badges to earn, including various new Pokémon to the ones previously obtainable. This marks the release of all Pokémon badges, the most popular of which are Mega Evolutions and … Continue reading Nintendo Badge Arcade adds six new panels of Pokémon badges

Pokémon: A Sinister Organization – Team Skull and Shiny Tapu Koko 3DS themes now available in Europe

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The Pokémon: A Sinister Organization - Team Skull and Pokémon: Shiny Tapu Koko themes are now available in Europe on Nintendo 3DS, priced at €1.99 each in the official Theme Shop. A Sinister Organization - Team Skull features artwork by Hitoshi Ariga showcasing Guzma, Plumeria, Gladion and their Pokémon. If you scroll the touch screen, … Continue reading Pokémon: A Sinister Organization – Team Skull and Shiny Tapu Koko 3DS themes now available in Europe

Pokémon Sun and Moon anime CD includes opening and ending songs, launches tomorrow in Japan

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The recently-announced CD featuring the opening and ending songs of the Pokémon Sun and Moon anime series is set to launch tomorrow, April 12, in Japan. The CD will be available in a Limited Edition, including a MonCollé figure of Pikachu (Z-Move version).It includes the following tracks: “Alola!!”, by Satoshi & Pikachu (Rica Matsumoto and … Continue reading Pokémon Sun and Moon anime CD includes opening and ending songs, launches tomorrow in Japan

Alolan Vulpix Pokémon Doll pre-orders open on the Pokémon Center in Japan

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Pokémon fans in Japan can now pre-order the new Alolan Vulpix Pokémon Doll via the official Japanese Pokémon Center. This adorable plushy is due to be released in late July. Alolan Vulpix made its debut in Pokémon Sun and Moon, where it is said that Vulpix came to the Alola region together with humans, but … Continue reading Alolan Vulpix Pokémon Doll pre-orders open on the Pokémon Center in Japan