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RGB Mew Could Be Pokémon TCG's Rarest Pull Ever
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Mega Gengar's Tiny Feet Break the Ground in Fissure Moment
Kotaku reports that Pokémon Champions briefly reveals Mega Gengar’s tiny, frog-like feet when using the Fissure move that opens the ground, a sight that challenges the usual underground portrayal and aligns with how feet are sometimes hidden in official merch; the piece jokes about how Champions might handle Dugtrio’s underground form in future updates.
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Switch Remakes Shield Profane Nicknames in Pokémon FireRed/LeafGreen
The Switch ports of Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen block certain profane nicknames for rivals/characters, automatically replacing them with generic names. Words like ‘dick’, ‘pussy’, ‘shit’, and a slur are censored (often becoming Gary or Janne), while milder terms such as ‘hell’ and ‘damn’ aren’t changed. Nintendo and Game Freak appear to censor profanity to avoid offensive content from being easily shared via screenshots, meaning players will get a default name instead of their chosen insult.
Pokemon Pulls Back After Yasukuni Shrine Event Listing Sparks Backlash
The Pokémon Company apologized after its site listed a Pokémon Trading Card Game tournament at the controversial Yasukuni Shrine; the listing was the result of a lack of due diligence by staff with a Pokémon Play certification. The event was canceled, and the company pledged to overhaul its event-review and confirmation processes to prevent a repeat.
Official Mega Evolutions Get Stunning Art in Pokémon Legends: Z-A Drop
Kotaku reports that The Pokémon Company has released official artwork for Pokémon Legends: Z-A and its Mega Dimension DLC, showcasing all Mega Evolutions (including Mega Raichu X and Mega Starmie) and late‑game characters like Lysandre; the piece also notes a Pokémon x LEGO collaboration tease.