Game Freak details the origins of Pokémon mascot Pikachu, its history, canceled Gorochu evolution and more

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The Pokémon Company itself recently interviewed Game Freak co-founder Ken Sugimori, character designer Atsuko Nishida and game designer Koji Nishino — who talked about some of the inspiration behind the iconic Pokémon mascot Pikachu. Pikachu was specifically designed to be cute, Sugimori said, according to a translation of the interview. While Pokémon were originally envisioned … Continue reading Game Freak details the origins of Pokémon mascot Pikachu, its history, canceled Gorochu evolution and more

Pokémon mascot Pikachu ranked as the second most iconic character in Japan, right behind Doraemon but before Nintendo’s Mario

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The Pokémon franchise's chief mascot, Pikachu, has been ranked as the second most iconic character in Japan, right behind Doraemon but before Nintendo's very own Mario. A complete list of the top 10 is as follows: Doraemon Pikachu Mario Anpanman Hello Kitty Son Goku Totoro Gundam Godzilla Sailor Moon Source: Reddit.com

Pikachu originally had an evil-looking second evolution called Gorochu, plus more Pokémon and Pikachu history

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The history behind the design of Pikachu just keeps getting deeper and deeper. In addition to resembling a squirrel, the Pokémon mascot originally had a second evolution called Gorochu, complete with large fangs and two frightening horns. This fact was made known by three key illustrators and designers behind the creation of Pokémon - Ken … Continue reading Pikachu originally had an evil-looking second evolution called Gorochu, plus more Pokémon and Pikachu history

Design of Pokémon mascot Pikachu was inspired by a squirrel, not a mouse

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Although Pikachu is known as the iconic Mouse Pokémon, the Pokémon mascot's design was actually inspired by a Squirrel. According to the original designers, including Ken Sugimori, 52, an executive at game developer Game Freak Inc., and illustrator Atsuko Nishida, who was working at the company when Pokémon was first released, Nishida was tasked with … Continue reading Design of Pokémon mascot Pikachu was inspired by a squirrel, not a mouse

New Pokémon merch line features adorable Pikachu riding on Lapras

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The Pokémon Company has unveiled a new set of adorable merch featuring Pikachu riding on Lapras. It comes in the form of a face towel, keychain, hand mirror, hoop earrings, plush doll, tissue box cover, pouch, glass cups and much more. This new line is set to launch in Japan on April 14 at the … Continue reading New Pokémon merch line features adorable Pikachu riding on Lapras

Pokémon Seek and Find Pikachu and Kanto books announced at San Diego Comic-Con

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Two new Pokémon-themed children's books have been revealed by VIZ Media at San Diego Comic-Con, which is currently underway at the San Diego Convention Center until July 23. The first one is called Pokémon Seek and Find Pikachu and stars the iconic Mouse Pokémon mascot. The second book is titled Pokémon Seek and Find: Kanto … Continue reading Pokémon Seek and Find Pikachu and Kanto books announced at San Diego Comic-Con

Pikachu KANJI Turqouise Womens T-Shirt now available for purchase at GameStop

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GameStop has begun selling a minimalistic T-shirt featuring the most recognizable Mouse Pokémon, Pikachu. It originally goes for $9.97, but you can get it right now for only $4.97 via the official GameStop website. It displays an angry version of Pikachu's face, as well as its name written in Japanese. It comes in all sizes, including … Continue reading Pikachu KANJI Turqouise Womens T-Shirt now available for purchase at GameStop

Sandslash – #028

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Sandslash's body is covered by tough spikes, which are hardened sections of its hide. Once a year, the old spikes fall out, to be replaced with new spikes that grow out from beneath the old ones. Type: Ground Category: Mouse Ability: Sand Veil, which boosts the Pokemon's evasion in a sandstorm. Hidden Ability: Sand Rush, which boosts the … Continue reading Sandslash – #028