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The peak of Pokémon's popularity has left its mark on popular culture. Due to its prominence as the mascot of the franchise, these references frequently feature {{p|Pikachu}} in some form. | The peak of Pokémon's popularity has left its mark on popular culture. Due to its prominence as the mascot of the franchise, these references frequently feature {{p|Pikachu}} in some form. | ||
* The {{wp|South Park}} episode ''{{wp|Chinpokomon}}'' parodies Pokémon and fad culture in general. The line of toys have additionally made cameos in many subsequent episodes.During the episode Kenny dies of an epileptic seizure as a reference to the banned episode [[EP038|Electric Soldier Porygon]]. | * The {{wp|South Park}} episode ''{{wp|Chinpokomon}}'' parodies Pokémon and fad culture in general. The line of toys have additionally made cameos in many subsequent episodes.During the episode Kenny dies of an epileptic seizure as a reference to the banned episode [[EP038|Electric Soldier Porygon]]. | ||
* {{wp|Ling-Ling}}, one of the main characters of {{wp|Drawn Together}} is a direct spoof of Pikachu. | * {{wp|Ling-Ling}}, one of the main characters of {{wp|Drawn Together}} is a direct spoof of Pikachu. Another character, {{wp|Xandir}} is based on {{wp|Link (The Legend of Zelda)|Link}}, another Nintendo character. | ||
* In an episode of {{wp|Jackie Chan Adventures}}, a franchise called "Gnomekop" appears, which is, minus the "G", Pokémon spelled backwards. It also uses the slogan "Gotta collect 'em all", similar to Pokémon's [[Gotta Catch 'em All!]] | * In an episode of {{wp|Jackie Chan Adventures}}, a franchise called "Gnomekop" appears, which is, minus the "G", Pokémon spelled backwards. It also uses the slogan "Gotta collect 'em all", similar to Pokémon's [[Gotta Catch 'em All!]] | ||
* {{wp|Robot Chicken}} has done two sketches spoofing Pokémon. | * {{wp|Robot Chicken}} has done two sketches spoofing Pokémon. | ||
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:Cosby: Pok-ee-mon?! With the Pok-ee and the mon and the thing where the guy comes out of the thing... | :Cosby: Pok-ee-mon?! With the Pok-ee and the mon and the thing where the guy comes out of the thing... | ||
*{{wp|Homestar Runner}} featured a Pikachu in one of their toons titled "[http://www.homestarrunner.com/cheatvideo.html The Cheat Theme Song]," starring a character who seems to be based off of Pikachu called "[http://www.homestarrunner.com/vcr_cheat.html The Cheat]." | *{{wp|Homestar Runner}} featured a Pikachu in one of their toons titled "[http://www.homestarrunner.com/cheatvideo.html The Cheat Theme Song]," starring a character who seems to be based off of Pikachu called "[http://www.homestarrunner.com/vcr_cheat.html The Cheat]." | ||
* 2 episodes of {{wp|Johnny Test}} featured Tinymon, with a Tinydex, [[Poké Ball|Tiny cubes]] that capture creatures, a character named [[Ash Ketchum|Blast Ketchup]],and the slogan gotta snatch 'em all. | * 2 episodes of {{wp|Johnny Test}} featured Tinymon, with a Tinydex, [[Poké Ball|Tiny cubes]] that capture creatures, a character named [[Ash Ketchum|Blast Ketchup]],and the slogan gotta snatch 'em all. However, the game played also resembles {{wp|Yu-Gi-Oh!}} | ||
*A episode of {{wp|The Grim Adventures of Billy and Mandy}} had a trading card game called Hoke mon. When Grim made the cards real, the event caused destruction of the city. | *A episode of {{wp|The Grim Adventures of Billy and Mandy}} had a trading card game called Hoke mon. When Grim made the cards real, the event caused destruction of the city. | ||
*On Youtube there is a video known as Pokémon Sketch.The clip is about a boy named Tommy who thinks he is Ash. | *On Youtube there is a video known as Pokémon Sketch.The clip is about a boy named Tommy who thinks he is Ash. | ||
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The peak of Pokémon's popularity has left its mark on popular culture. Due to its prominence as the mascot of the franchise, these references frequently feature Pikachu in some form.
- The South Park episode Chinpokomon parodies Pokémon and fad culture in general. The line of toys have additionally made cameos in many subsequent episodes.During the episode Kenny dies of an epileptic seizure as a reference to the banned episode Electric Soldier Porygon.
- Ling-Ling, one of the main characters of Drawn Together is a direct spoof of Pikachu. Another character, Xandir is based on Link, another Nintendo character.
- In an episode of Jackie Chan Adventures, a franchise called "Gnomekop" appears, which is, minus the "G", Pokémon spelled backwards. It also uses the slogan "Gotta collect 'em all", similar to Pokémon's Gotta Catch 'em All!
- Robot Chicken has done two sketches spoofing Pokémon.
- Hayate the Combat Butler features references to numerous anime and manga series, including Pokémon. Pikachu has made background cameos, the pet tiger has referenced Pikachu when assuming himself to be the mascot character and in one episode the cast travel on a plane based on ANA Flights.
- The Simpsons has an episode called "Pokey Mom". Pokémon was also referenced in an episode in which the family is watching an episode of Kids Say the Darndest Things.
- Cosby: What do you like to play?
- Child: Pok-ee-mon!
- Cosby: Pok-ee-mon?! With the Pok-ee and the mon and the thing where the guy comes out of the thing...
- Homestar Runner featured a Pikachu in one of their toons titled "The Cheat Theme Song," starring a character who seems to be based off of Pikachu called "The Cheat."
- 2 episodes of Johnny Test featured Tinymon, with a Tinydex, Tiny cubes that capture creatures, a character named Blast Ketchup,and the slogan gotta snatch 'em all. However, the game played also resembles Yu-Gi-Oh!
- A episode of The Grim Adventures of Billy and Mandy had a trading card game called Hoke mon. When Grim made the cards real, the event caused destruction of the city.
- On Youtube there is a video known as Pokémon Sketch.The clip is about a boy named Tommy who thinks he is Ash.
