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“It’s a good starting point for a lot of things and it’s neutral, and there is such a cool community.”<\/p>\n
Community is a repeated word among Pok\u00e9mon fans, who find each other not only in person but online.<\/p>\n
Emma, known online as Gremmzlin, has been a streamer for four years, but her relationship with Pok\u00e9mon well predates that.<\/p>\n
She said the franchise is accessible to young and old audiences, with an entry point for every type of person.<\/p>\n
“It’s got something for everyone, really. It’s got cute Pok\u00e9mon for people who like cute stuff and cool-looking ones. For people who like collecting there’s cards.<\/p>\n
“There is no right or wrong way to enjoy it. If you’ve never played the games, that’s fine. If you’re only just getting into Pok\u00e9mon cards now, that’s fine. You don’t have to have done it since you were a kid.<\/p>\n
“It’s great to see adults getting into it and it’s great to see little kids get into it. I just can’t ever see Pok\u00e9mon stopping.”<\/p>\n
As the franchise has grown, it has become more accessible to outsiders too.<\/p>\n
Emma suggests those interested in delving into the world try one of the new release video games, or if collecting is more their interest, just buy a pack of cards.<\/p>\n
“You can just have them. Have some art. Make it your phone background. There is no right or wrong,” she said.<\/p>\n
“For me, I like to collect things. It’s a really good place to start if you like collecting things and it just never ends.”<\/p>\n
Pok\u00e9mon will celebrate its 30th anniversary today (Friday, 27 February).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
FOR 30 years fans of all ages have been trying to catch ’em all, but no matter when your obsession started, there is always room in the Pok\u00e9mon community. Geelong business owner Tenille Roberts has loved Pok\u00e9mon since she was a child, fondly remembering Christmas in 1998 when she and her brother received their first […]<\/p>\n