Pokémon

Pokémon is a multimedia franchise created by Satoshi Tajiri and Ken Sugimori, first launched in 1996. It revolves around fictional creatures called Pokémon, which humans, known as Pokémon Trainers, catch and train for battles. The franchise includes video games, trading card games, animated TV series, movies, and merchandise. Trainers aim to become Pokémon Masters by capturing various species, battling others, and completing a Pokédex, an encyclopedia of Pokémon. Pokémon promotes themes of friendship, exploration, and strategy, appealing to diverse audiences worldwide. Its cultural impact is significant, making it one of the most successful entertainment franchises in history.