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Lapras
is a Pokémon species in Nintendo and Game Freak's ''Pokémon'' franchise. Created by Ken Sugimori, Lapras first appeared in the video games ''Pokémon Red'' and ''Blue'' and subsequent sequels, later appearing in various merchandise, spinoff titles and animated and printed adaptations of the franchise. Lapras is a water-type large Pokémon that resembles a plesiosaur. Lapras was voiced by Rikako Aikawa in both the Japanese and English-language versions of the anime. Concept and characteristics Lapras was one of 151 different designs conceived by Game Freak's character development team and finalized by Ken Sugimori for the first generation of ''Pocket Monsters'' games ''Red'' and ''Green'', which were localized outside Japan as ''Pokémon Red'' and ''Blue''. Its English name is a romanization of the Japanese name ''Rapurasu'', subsequently revealed to be the Japanese way of writing ''Laplace'', a name likely based after the mathematician Pierre-Simon Laplace. [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rikako Aikawa
is a Japanese actress and voice actress affiliated with Atomic Monkey. She was born in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. She was originally a child actress. Her real name after she married Mitsuo Iwata, a Japanese voice actor, is . She appears in the Japanese and English-language versions of the ''Pokémon'' anime, voicing Ash's Caterpie, Metapod and Butterfree and his Krabby. She had a main role in the Orange League series where she voiced Ash's Lapras in both versions. She also appeared in the second ''Pokémon'' movie as the legendary Fire ''Pokémon'', Moltres. She had a recurring role in the Johto series as Charla, Liza's female Charizard, a ''Pokémon'' who lives at the Charicific Valley and who eventually developed a romantic relationship with Ash's Charizard. She also played Madame Muchmoney's Granbull. She is also known as a specialist of tongue-twisters in the Japanese language. Filmography Television animation Animated Films Original video animations Tokusat ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gyarados
is a Pokémon species in Nintendo and Game Freak's ''Pokémon'' franchise. Created by Ken Sugimori, Gyarados first appeared in the video games ''Pokémon Red'' and ''Pokémon Blue'' and subsequent sequels, later appearing in various merchandise, spinoff titles and animated and printed adaptations of the franchise. Gyarados was voiced by Unshō Ishizuka in both Japanese and English media until Ishizuka died from esophageal cancer. Known as the Atrocious Pokémon, Gyarados is the evolved form of Magikarp, well known for its fierce temper and reputation for causing nothing but destruction so much so that once it has worked itself into a frenzy, it will not calm down until everything around it has been destroyed. Gyarados appears multiple times in the anime under various trainers such as Misty, Lance, Crasher Wake, and Nurse Joy. Two different Gyarados appear in the ''Pokémon Adventures'' manga. One is originally owned by Misty, but is traded between Red and Blue. The other is a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
List Of Pokémon
The ''Pokémon'' franchise revolves around 1008 fictional species of collectible monsters, each having unique designs, skills, and powers. Conceived by Satoshi Tajiri in early 1989, Pokémon are fictional creatures that inhabit the fictional Pokémon World. The designs for the multitude of species can draw inspiration from anything such as animals, plants, and mythological creatures. Many Pokémon are capable of evolving into more powerful species, while others can undergo form changes and achieve similar results. Originally, only a handful of artists led by Ken Sugimori designed Pokémon. However, by 2013 a team of 20 artists worked together to create new species designs. Sugimori and Hironobu Yoshida lead the team and determine the final designs. Each iteration of the series has brought about praise and criticism over the numerous fictional creatures. The vast array of creatures is commonly divided into "Generations", with each division primarily encompassing new titles ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pokémon Black 2 And White 2
and are 2012 role-playing video games developed by Game Freak, published by The Pokémon Company and Nintendo for the Nintendo DS. Part of the fifth generation of the ''Pokémon'' video game series, the games are direct sequels to ''Pokémon Black'' and ''Pokémon White'', being the first sequels in the series. They were first released in Japan in June 2012, with a worldwide release following in October 2012, as the last first-party games for the system. The games feature the legendary Pokémon identified by Junichi Masuda as Black Kyurem and White Kyurem. The games were first revealed on February 26, 2012, in the episode of the Japanese television program '' Pokémon Smash!'', followed by an international confirmation on the ''Pokémon'' official website. ''Black 2'' and ''White 2'' follow a Pokémon trainer's journey to become the Pokémon Champion of Unova, two years after the events of ''Black'' and ''White''. Following the events of its predecessors, the criminal org ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pokémon Black And White
and are 2010 role-playing video games developed by Game Freak, published by The Pokémon Company and Nintendo for the Nintendo DS. They are the first installments in the fifth generation of the Pokémon (video game series), ''Pokémon'' video game series. First released in Japan on 18 September 2010, they were later released in Europe, North America and Australia in 2011. Sequels to ''Black'' and ''White'', Pokémon Black 2 and White 2, ''Pokémon Black 2'' and ''Pokémon White 2'', were released for the Nintendo DS in 2012. Similar to previous installments of the series, the two games follow the journey of a young Pokémon trainer through the region of Unova, as they train Pokémon used to compete against other trainers while thwarting the schemes of the criminal organization Team Plasma. ''Black'' and ''White'' introduced 156 new Pokémon to the franchise, 5 more than the previous record holder Pokémon Red and Blue, ''Pokémon Red'' and ''Blue'', as well as many new featu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pokémon HeartGold And SoulSilver
and are 2009 remakes of the 1999 Game Boy Color role-playing video games ''Pokémon Gold'' and ''Silver'', also including features from ''Pokémon Crystal''. The games are part of the fourth generation of the ''Pokémon'' video game series and were developed by Game Freak, published by The Pokémon Company and Nintendo for the Nintendo DS. In commemoration of the 10th anniversary of ''Gold'' and ''Silver'', the games were released in Japan on September 12, 2009, and were later released in other regions during March 2010. ''HeartGold'' and ''SoulSilver'' take place in the Johto and Kanto region of the franchise's fictional universe, which features special creatures called Pokémon. The basic goal of the game is to become the best Pokémon trainer in both the Johto and Kanto regions, which is done by raising and cataloging Pokémon and defeating other trainers. Game director Shigeki Morimoto aimed to respect the feelings of those who played the previous games, while also e ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pokémon Platinum
is a 2008 role-playing video game developed by Game Freak, published by The Pokémon Company and Nintendo for the Nintendo DS handheld game console. It is an enhanced version of ''Pokémon Diamond'' and ''Pearl'' and is part of the fourth generation of the ''Pokémon'' video game series. It was released in Japan on 13 September 2008, and later in North America, Australia, and Europe in 2009. The developers made ''Platinum'' with the intent of making it a stronger version of ''Diamond'' and ''Pearl'', which they described as the "ultimate" ''Pokémon'' titles. In ''Platinum'', players control either Lucas or Dawn and start with one of three Pokémon given to them from Professor Rowan. The mascot Pokémon is Giratina, who plays a central role in the game's plot. While it only had one form in ''Diamond'' and ''Pearl'', it is given a new alternate form (called "Origin Forme") alongside a new area called the Distortion World, which features altered physics from the normal land of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pokémon Diamond And Pearl
and are 2006 role-playing video games developed by Game Freak, published by The Pokémon Company and Nintendo for the Nintendo DS. They are the first installments in the fourth generation of the ''Pokémon'' video game series. They were first released in Japan on 28 September 2006, and released in North America, Australia, and Europe in 2007. ''Pokémon Platinum'', a third version, was released two years later in each region. Remakes titled ''Pokémon Brilliant Diamond'' and ''Shining Pearl'' were released for the Nintendo Switch on 19 November 2021. A prequel, '' Pokémon Legends: Arceus'', was released for the Switch on 28 January 2022. Like previous ''Pokémon'' games, ''Diamond'' and ''Pearl'' chronicle the adventures of a young Pokémon trainer as they train and battle Pokémon while also thwarting the schemes of a criminal organization called Team Galactic. The games added many new features, such as Internet play over the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, changes to battle ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pokémon Emerald
is a 2004 role-playing video game developed by Game Freak, published by The Pokémon Company and Nintendo for the Game Boy Advance. It was first released in Japan in 2004, and was later released internationally in 2005. It is a third version after ''Pokémon Ruby'' and ''Sapphire'' and is the final game of the third generation of the ''Pokémon'' video game series. The gameplay and controls are largely the same as the previous games in the series; players control a Pokémon trainer from an overhead perspective. As with ''Ruby'' and ''Sapphire'', the player's general goal is to explore the Hoenn region and conquer a series of eight Pokémon Gyms in order to challenge the Elite Four and its Champion, while the main subplot is to defeat two criminal organizations attempting to harness a legendary Pokémon's power for their own goals. Along with Pokémon that debuted in ''Ruby'' and ''Sapphire'', the game incorporates Pokémon from ''Pokémon Gold'' and ''Silver'' not featured ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pokémon FireRed And LeafGreen
and are 2004 remakes of the 1996 Game Boy role-playing video games ''Pokémon Red'' and ''Blue''. They were developed by Game Freak, published by The Pokémon Company and Nintendo for the Game Boy Advance. ''FireRed'' and ''LeafGreen'' were first released in Japan in January 2004 and in North America and Europe in September and October 2004 respectively. The games are part of the third generation of the ''Pokémon'' video game series and hold the distinction of being the first enhanced remakes of previous games within the franchise. As in previous games, the player controls the player character from an overhead perspective and participates in turn-based battles. Throughout the games, the player captures and raises Pokémon for use in battle. New features include a contextual help menu and a new region the player may access after a certain point in the story. The games have compatibility with the Game Boy Advance Wireless Adapter, which originally came bundled with the game ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pokémon Ruby And Sapphire
and are 2002 role-playing video games developed by Game Freak, published by The Pokémon Company and Nintendo for the Game Boy Advance. They are the first installments in the third generation of the ''Pokémon'' video game series, also known as the "advanced generation". After years of Nintendo being the sole publisher of the franchise in all regions, The Pokémon Company co-published the games for the first time since the establishment of the joint-owned company in 1998. They were first released in Japan in late 2002, and internationally in 2003. ''Pokémon Emerald'', a third version, was released two years later in each region. Remakes of the two games, titled ''Pokémon Omega Ruby'' and ''Alpha Sapphire'', were released for the Nintendo 3DS worldwide in November 2014, exactly twelve years to the date of the original ''Ruby'' and ''Sapphire'' release date, with the exception of Europe, where it released a week later. The gameplay is mostly unchanged from the previous ga ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pokémon Stadium 2
''Pokémon Stadium 2'', known in Japan as is a strategy video game developed by Nintendo EAD and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo 64. It features all 251 Pokémon from the first and second generations of the franchise. It was released in Japan on December 14, 2000, in North America on March 26, 2001, and in Europe on October 10, 2001. In Western regions it was titled ''Pokémon Stadium 2'', as it was the second ''Stadium'' game to be released outside Japan, in which it was the third game in the series. It supports Dolby Surround sound. Like its predecessor, ''Pokémon Stadium 2'' is compatible with the Transfer Pak accessory, allowing players to use Pokémon trained in the three original Game Boy ''Pokémon'' games ( ''Pokémon Red'', ''Blue'', and ''Yellow'') and the three Game Boy Color games ( ''Pokémon Gold'', ''Silver'', and ''Crystal''). The majority of the game takes place inside the fictional White City, where various facilities for battling, organizing, resear ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
