Gen 8 starter Pokémon Grass-type lemur, Water-type platypus and Fire-type bunny confirmed as fakes

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It could be a while before we get any substantial news on Generation 8 Pokémon, but that hasn’t stopped fans from sharing rumors of all sorts. One such rumor pertains to another purported trio of new starter Pokémon in the form of a Grass-type lemur, a Water-type platypus and a Fire-type bunny. However, these creations have been confirmed … Continue reading Gen 8 starter Pokémon Grass-type lemur, Water-type platypus and Fire-type bunny confirmed as fakes

Video: Pokémon fans take the ultimate Pokémon quiz and unbox Pokémon Lucky Bag from Japan

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The folks at BuzzFeed have put together a video in which a number of Pokémon fans are put to the test by taking the "ultimate Pokémon quiz." Some of the questions asked can only be answered by longtime Pokémon fans. There's also an unboxing session of an actual Pokémon Lucky Bag from Japan, which includes … Continue reading Video: Pokémon fans take the ultimate Pokémon quiz and unbox Pokémon Lucky Bag from Japan

Rumor: Gen 8 starter Pokémon leaked online revealing Grass-type lemur, Water-type platypus and Fire-type bunny

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It could be a while before we get any substantial news on Generation 8 Pokémon, but that hasn’t stopped fans from sharing rumors of all sorts. One such rumor pertains to another purported trio of new starter Pokémon whose names are currently unknown, but they are supposedly a Grass-type lemur, a Water-type platypus and a … Continue reading Rumor: Gen 8 starter Pokémon leaked online revealing Grass-type lemur, Water-type platypus and Fire-type bunny

Oshawott, #501 – Sea Otter Pokémon

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The scalchop on its stomach isn't just used for battle—it can be used to break open hard berries as well. It fights using the scalchop on its stomach. In response to an attack, it retaliates immediately by slashing. Type: Water Category: Sea Otter Ability: Torrent, which powers up Water-type moves when the Pokemon is in … Continue reading Oshawott, #501 – Sea Otter Pokémon

Pokémon red packets released to celebrate the Lunar New Year in China

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A new set of Pokémon-themed red packets have been released by The Pokémon Company to celebrate the Lunar New Year in China, featuring unique designs with festive Pikachu, Rowlet, Popplio, Litten and Magikarp. For those who don’t know, red packets are essentially fancy envelopes that are primarily used to contain money. They are originally a … Continue reading Pokémon red packets released to celebrate the Lunar New Year in China

Tepig, #498 – Fire Pig Pokémon

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It can deftly dodge its foe's attacks while shooting fireballs from its nose. It roasts berries before it eats them. It loves to eat roasted berries, but sometimes it gets too excited and burns them to a crisp. Type: Fire Category: Fire Pig Ability: Blaze, which powers up Fire-type moves when the Pokemon is in trouble. Hidden … Continue reading Tepig, #498 – Fire Pig Pokémon

Snivy, #495 – Grass Snake Pokémon

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Being exposed to sunlight makes its movements swifter. It uses vines more adeptly than its hands. They photosynthesize by bathing their tails in sunlight. When they are not feeling well, their tails droop. Type: Grass Category: Grass Snake Ability: Overgrow, which powers up Grass-type moves when the Pokemon is in trouble. Hidden Ability: Contrary, which makes stat … Continue reading Snivy, #495 – Grass Snake Pokémon

The Pokémon Company teams up with Fila for new shoes based on Pikachu, Squirtle, Bulbasaur and Charmander

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The Pokémon Company has teamed up with sporting goods company Fila to create officially-licensed Pokémon-themed shoes for fans in South Korea. An initial release for this new line is slated for February 9, with a full-fledged launch event to follow on February 10. Shoe designs include art inspired by Pikachu, Charmander, Bulbasaur and Squirtle. Each … Continue reading The Pokémon Company teams up with Fila for new shoes based on Pikachu, Squirtle, Bulbasaur and Charmander