Well guys I know you were expecting a blog today but I'm afraid I
have to announce as today is my birthday I'm skipping today's blog so I can
enjoy myself...
Ha as if!
Of course you guys are getting a blog today, birthday or not.
Writing this blog is an enjoyable birthday activity for me anyway. For this
birthday blog I'm turning to a topic that has always integrated itself into
my birthdays for as long as I've lived... Pokemon. I know it's been awhile
since I've discussed Video Games or Pokemon and I really need to get back into
playing Sun and Moon but we're now 6 months deep into Generation 7. Sun and
Moon are an absolute blast but with the ending I'm here thinking... what's
next? A lot of loose ends were left after Sun and Moon's story but perhaps all
we need to do is to look... upon the stars. Yes the next iteration of Pokemon
may not be so far away. I don't normally write blogs about speculation but it's
Pokemon, that's the only explanation you need.
Rumors of this next iteration actually began last November before
Sun and Moon even released when Tom Phillips from Eurogamer reported that a new
third generation 7 game was in development by GameFreak under the code name
"Pokemon Stars". He had also reported that this supposed third version
would be releasing for the Nintendo Switch as sort of an HD version of Sun and
Moon similar to how third versions such as Crystal and Emerald were (Except not
HD). This article was written as if he knew this was fact but alas none of this
can be proven. Regardless if Pokemon Stars proves to be legit it would be a
director's cut.
While a new third version would be great and all on the Switch I
feel a sequel of sorts is more warranted. Pokemon has become a lot more story
orientated lately with the Ultra Beasts, Mega Evolution, AZ, Reshiram, Zekrom
and Kyurem, Looker and the whole multi verse theory. (Thanks Zinnia) With that
in mind there's a lot of plot points that haven't been wrapped up.
SPOILERS AHEAD FOR THOSE NOT FINISHED WITH SUN AND MOON.
With the ending of Sun and Moon and Lillie heading to Kanto as
well as X and Y still having unsolved storylines I feel Pokemon Stars should
take a role similar to Black and White 2. A third version doesn't have to be a
remake by any means, GameFreak has proven that it's breaking tradition as of
late so this third version could easily take the form of a sequel while still
acting as a directors cut of Sun and Moon. (I'm not crazy.) Pokemon Stars could
also serve as a center point for all the previous Pokemon games (I'm talking Red
through to Sun and Moon) and make "It all come together.". Of course
this is also crazy speculation on my part and possible wishful thinking but you
got to admit Pokemon seems to be slowly bringing all the plot points across all
7 generations together so Pokemon Stars being that finish line could make
sense.
As far as the speculation of it being on the Switch... We'll
while I wasn't too keen of the idea in the beginning having Pokemon Stars on
the Switch could really allow Game Freak to make a massive Pokemon game
possibly spanning multiple regions. The Switch is portable of course so it
could be done. I'm not sure how I feel about having gen 7 torn between the
Switch and 3DS but there may be a non PokeBank method of connecting the two. A
main series Pokemon game that could be played on the TV would be awesome too,
coming from a big fan of Pokemon XD.
Now we're currently in May, this is the time of year they usually
announce Pokemon Games. Pokemon games have never been announced at E3 before so
we may be seeing an announcement sooner rather then later. Another odd sign of
the future are these new lines of Pokemon Merchandise currently releasing in
Japan.
Besides the new Cosmog plushies (I need to get Nebby.) they have two new
pieces of art being used on designs such as bags and t-shirts. Well the first
design showcases some Pokemon including Jirachi as constellations and the 2nd
design is probably the most interesting design... it showcases a Pikachu
looking through a telescope at the stars with Cosmog by his side and the byline
"Look Upon The Stars.". Hmmm... Yeah looks like Nintendo may be
hyping up the announcement. I mean I could be wrong but this seems to be
hitting too close to the Pokemon Stars home.
Whatever the future brings I'm, and I'm hoping you are, ready to
take our next steps in the world of Pokemon. I'm pretty excited so I'll be sure
to jump on that announcement when it drops (Please drop on the day before a
blog post... PLEASE) so be sure to keep track of ZAK Entertainment on our
social media.
Well another big Video Game announcement has just been made but
it's not Pokemon related. No this announcement is a lot more blue... and fast.
Fast as in Sonic Forces, a recently announced brand new 3D Sonic game which
will be releasing later on this year for.. Well everything. Even the Nintendo
Switch will be receiving this awesome new game. (About time third party games
are put on Nintendo consoles.) Well after teasing this mysterious third
character who'll be playable alongside classic and modern Sonic is actually...
Well take a look at the new trailer below.
I know Sonic OCs are a little rampant on the Internet but can I
say this is actually a pretty awesome addition? I'll finally be able to create
Coldsteel the Edgehog, jokes aside you'll be able to create a custom Sonic
character with his or her own unique style. It's an incredible step forward and
could lead for some added replay ability. This sort of thing would be
completely wacky and odd in a game such as Mario but in Sonic this seems to fit
in nicely. The customization seems to be beyond skin deep allowing you to
choose between different animals and add outfits and different abilities. We
still haven't seen much gameplay wise but I'm eager to see more of this game.
Sonic games have been met with mixed views recently but I've been a fan of the
blue blur since Sonic Advance 3 so I'm eager to get a hold of this new game.
Can't wait to see more on this.
Finally as per tradition I went looking for a free Pokemon
knitting pattern to capture in my knitting ball (Gotta Knit me All.) so I'm
actually going back to a designer I've featured before to feature her Pokemon
Knit beanie... This is the "A PokéHat" by Mrs Luedeke!
This designer knows her fair isle and the pattern I featured from
her before was one of her awesome Star Wars beanies in this blog. This beanie
is just as incredible (More incredible to me because I'm 10 times more of a
Pokemon fan then I am a Star Wars fan, haha.) and might just be my favorite
fair isle beanie pattern simply because of the Pokeball theme. Even more
awesome is that PokeBall Pom Pom, how was that even done? Well let's dive into
the pattern and find out! You'll need some sport weight yarn, US 4 (3.5 MM)
circular needles for the rim and US 6 (4.0 mm) needles for the body. If you
head to Mrs Luedeke's website you'll find this pattern as well as modifications
for using Worsted and DK weight yarn. A tutorial for making the Pom Pom is also
available so be sure to check that out! http://www.mrsluedeke.com/patterns/a-pokehat/ I absolutely want to give this pattern
a go but I need to finish some projects first...
Well that's it for today. I'm going to go enjoy the rest of my
birthday but writing this blog was just as enjoyable. Here's to another year of
blogging! Go check out my Instagram I'm probably going to be posting some photos
on there later on in the day.
That's a wrap folks!
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