This was such a fun and unexpectedly deep read. I never thought about Pikachu as part of a long line of thunder gods, but it makes total sense-powerful, awe-inspiring, and a little wild. Love how you connected it to mythology, literature, even Frankenstein and Star Wars. Makes me appreciate Pikachu (and the whole series) on a whole new level. Can't wait for part two!
I miss the design of Pikachu from the early days of the anime.
It seems to have lost some weight since the early days.
Chonky Pikachu is best Pikachu
"How did this minor video game character become the most popular Pokémon, the face of the entire series?"
Well obviously, it's cause he's the cutest!
(said as sister of a former chinchilla owner)
This was such a fun and unexpectedly deep read. I never thought about Pikachu as part of a long line of thunder gods, but it makes total sense-powerful, awe-inspiring, and a little wild. Love how you connected it to mythology, literature, even Frankenstein and Star Wars. Makes me appreciate Pikachu (and the whole series) on a whole new level. Can't wait for part two!
"You may, for instance, be reading this on a Thursday: on Thor’s day."
Guilty as charged lol. You got me.
Looking forward to Part 2!
Minor quibble: Perkūnas/Pērkons are Baltic, not Slavic.