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Superheroic Pocket Monsters

Artist Binsbilyas Mashes Comic Book Favorites with Pokemon

— May 10, 2012 — Pop Culture
Growing up in the ‘90s and early 2000s, every boy was obsessed with superheroes and pokemon, and artist Binsbilyas wanted to celebrate people’s affinity for those two things by mashing them together to create these remixed gif images. Dressing memorable pocket monsters like Squirtle, Charmander and Bulbasaur in costumes belonging to Captain America, Iron Man and Hulk, Binsbilyas crafted highly nostalgic fan art that’s sure to bring joy to fans of either geeky interests. Simply put, no one is too old for comic books or Pokemon.

Binsbilyas, who’s based in the Philippines, is an illustrator and superhero aficionado. He has garnered quite a considerable following through his Tumblr page, which features an eclectic mix of cutely drawn cartoons.
Trend Themes
1. Comic Book-inspired Pokemon - Opportunity to create merchandise and collectibles that combine popular comic book characters with Pokemon, appealing to nostalgic fans of both genres.
2. Nostalgic Fan Art - Opportunity to create and sell artwork that combines beloved childhood characters, capturing the nostalgia and bringing joy to fans.
3. Cross-cultural Fusion - Opportunity to explore the merging of different cultural influences in art and entertainment, creating unique and intriguing content that appeals to a diverse audience.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Illustration - Artists can create and sell crossover artwork, merchandise, and prints that combine popular comic book characters and Pokemon, tapping into the nostalgia market.
2. Gaming and Toys - Toy manufacturers and game developers can collaborate to create Pokemon-themed toys and collectibles featuring comic book-inspired designs, appealing to fans of both franchises.
3. Publishing and Media - Publishers and media companies can license and produce comic book series or animated content that merges the worlds of superheroes and Pokemon, generating cross-franchise storytelling.
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