On 27th February 2016 Pokémon turned 20 years old.
As something that has played a significant part in my culture-exploring life, I made this
five-part special act of cultural vandalism, celebrating the franchise's history.
From the creator's childhood to amourshipping (a subject of high debate in the fandom at the time of publication), I have tried to cover as much about the franchise's history as possible.
It was a project that took a whole year to complete, which can be observed in an increase
in Pokémon references in my posts from February 2015.
It was a project that took a whole year to complete, which can be observed in an increase
in Pokémon references in my posts from February 2015.
WARNING
The following special was written for an audience in the 15-above category.
Anyone younger or sensitive to stuff like swearing, blood and the other usual "offensive" stuff, or both who does read this...... don't say I didn't warn you.
An introduction to the concept of Pokémon, from their biology to battling,
plus an exploration of the Pokémon world's relationship with our world.
A biography of Pokémon's creator and how Pokémon came to be.
How Pokémon gained mass popularity (and notability) in the late-1990s and early-2000s.
Covers Generation I and II
Part 2 - 2002-2010
How Pokémon went into odd directions in as it tried to appeal to the next generation of kids.
Covers Generation III and IV
Part 3 - 2010-2016
How Pokémon finally reached maturity and cultural ubiquity in the 2010s.
Covers Generation V and VI
Would there be a Part 4 to this story?
Wait until (at least) 2021.
