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Vol. 2, Issue 30 - Interview with Lycanroc.Net

Johto Times • 39 implied HN points • 25 Jul 24
🎭️ Culture Gaming Fan Communities Web Development Media Interviews
  1. Lycanroc.Net is a fan website that started in 2003 and shares various Pokémon content, along with other interests of its creator, Cat. It has been visited over 8 million times.
  2. Cat's work includes running an online community called Victory Road for eleven years, which had about 1,500 members at its peak. Even after its closure, he values the importance of keeping the community's history online.
  3. Cat's passion for Pokémon has shifted over time, and he now enjoys birdwatching, where he tries to capture photos of as many species as possible, keeping a 'BirdDex' instead of a Pokédex.

Vol. 2, Issue 20 - Interview with Joey & Jolty's Home

Johto Times • 39 implied HN points • 16 May 24
🎭️ Culture Fan Communities Pop culture Interviews Media Coverage Online Culture
  1. Joey & Jolty's Home was a fun Pokémon fan website created in 2003, where people shared art and stories about their favorite Pokémon. It had a friendly vibe that appealed to kids and fans alike.
  2. The site featured various content like games, quizzes, and fan creations. It built a small community of friends who still keep in touch today, showing how special these web projects can be.
  3. While the website hasn't been updated in years, its creator cherishes the memories and friendships made through it. He believes that even if projects change, the joy they bring can last a lifetime.

Vol. 2, Issue 16 - Interview with Universal Pokémon Network

Johto Times • 39 implied HN points • 18 Apr 24
🎭️ Culture Pop culture Fan Communities Anime Gaming Websites
  1. The Universal Pokémon Network was a popular fan site in the late 90s and early 2000s, offering news and a community for Pokémon fans. It became well-known for its clip archive and forum, where fans could connect and discuss.
  2. Running UPNetwork was expensive, especially during the dot-com bubble, and it ultimately shut down when financial support dwindled. Despite this, it peaked at 5.4 million pageviews in a single day, showcasing its popularity.
  3. Jaxel, the webmaster, reflects on the joy of sharing a passion for Pokémon and encourages others to spread that joy. He believes that enjoying and sharing the connections from the past is what truly matters.

Vol. 1, Issue 40 - Interview with PokéAaah!

Johto Times • 59 implied HN points • 09 Nov 23
🎭️ Culture Gaming Fan Communities Interviews Pop culture Collectibles
  1. Poké Aaah! is a community focused on fake Pokémon cards, where fans can create and share their own designs. It started in 1999 and has become a hub for card creation resources.
  2. The second DLC for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet is launching on December 14th, 2023, bringing new content and returning Pokémon. Fans are excited to see what's new!
  3. There was a confirmation of an authentic Prerelease Raichu card, ending years of speculation. Some rare cards from the past are gaining attention and value in today's market.

Vol. 1, Issue 8 - Interview with Ray (Pokémon Elite 2000)

Johto Times • 99 implied HN points • 30 Mar 23
🎭️ Culture Entertainment Media Fan Communities Nostalgia Anime
  1. The interview highlights the nostalgic impact of the Pokémon Elite 2000 website run by Ray, which was a valuable resource for fans in the early 2000s.
  2. March 2023 marked the end of an era with Ash's Pokémon anime saga concluding, paving the way for a new series called Pokémon Horizons.
  3. The Johto Times has grown its reader base to 120 subscribers, with plans to create more engaging content for the community.
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