Personal Pokémon Franchise Stories for The Guardian 30th Anniversary

As Pokémon celebrates its 30th anniversary, The Guardian is seeking personal stories and experiences from readers about what the Pokémon franchise means to them. This includes reflections on the video games, trading cards, toys, animated series, films, or any aspect of the franchise that has impacted their lives. As Pokémon turns 30, we would like to hear what the franchise means to you.