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The Pokemon phenomenon is a Japanese creation that has captivated children world wide. Short for "Pocket Monsters," the Pokemon craze began in 1996. Created as characters for the Nintendo Game Boy, the Pokemon are a set of 386 individual creatures that must be captured and trained to obey their Trainer (each player).
On the heels of the successful computer game came the Pokemon merchandise: trading cards, soft toys, plastic dolls, an animated television show, comics and a movie.
Last updated: June 21, 2004.
