The popularity of Funko Pop figures has only grown as the company increases its collaborations with different franchises.PokemonFunko Pops have added fuel to this fire in recent years, building on the already collectible nature that both thePokemonand Funko brands advertise. Over the past few years, numerous Funko Pop figures have been released that focus onPokemon, but fans of the series know that these only begin to scratch the surface of the over 900 Pokemon introduced in the franchise so far.
DifferentPokemonFunko Pop figures have played to both companies’ strengths. On top of their collectible nature, thePokemonFunko Pops have also capitalized on the special edition sets that Funko has introduced for multiple lines, as well as unique iterations of multiple characters. This has kept the overall roster more concentrated in its focus, but allows fans to collect different variations of the Pokemon they love.
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Pokemon Funko Pops
The most commonPokemonFunko Pops that fans are going to find are the traditional variants from the main game series. These Funko Pops have focused on the originalPokemon from the Kanto region, with a solid chunk of the first-gen Pokemon getting a figure. Pikachu, one of the most recognizable Pokemon in the franchise, has received a handful of variations to set it apart from the other monsters featured.
Super-Sized Pokemon Funko Pops
After the traditional Funko Pops that most fans are familiar with come the super-sized versions. These Funko Pops are scaled up to 10- or 18-inches in height, with one version of each for Pikachu. These massive Funko Pops take up more space, but in many collections they also make for solid accent pieces. While there aren’t as many as the regularPokemonFunko Pops, plenty of monsters have still gotten a super-sized rendition.
Flocked Pokemon Funko Pops
Flocked Funko Pops are velvety versions of the originals, with many being exclusive to a retailer or event. While event-exclusive Pokemon is nothing new for the franchise, it still serves as a complementary tie-in with Funko Pop. This has included convention events likeSan Diego Comic-Con, with other major venues and events such as Emerald City Comic Con and WonderCon having specialPokemonFunko Pops.
Silver Metallic Pokemon Funko Pops
The Silver Metallic Funko Pops are almost like trophies. Their solid metallic features take away from the lively cartoon nature ofPokemon,but it also gives them a cleaner look. While they aren’t as numerous, there is a 10-inch Silver Metallic Pikachu Funko Pop released forPokemon’s 25th Anniversary in 2021, which stands out even compared to the many others.
Diamond Collection Pokemon Funko Pops
The Diamond Collection ofPokemonFunko Pops is similar to Flocked, but replaces the velvety texture with a glittery one. The figures themselves are reminiscent of gem-encrusted jewelry pieces, but at a highly reduced price point. Like the Flocked Funko Pops, Diamond Collection figures have served as ways to commemorate events like WonderCon.
There are also morePokemonFunko Pop figures in the works, with fan-favorites like Lucario and Sylveon slated to release later this year. Considering the ever-growing nature of the series' Pokedex, includingnew Pokemon introduced inPokemon Legends: Arceus, fans can probably look forward to new additions in this collaboration for years to come.
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