To celebrate the arrival of the fascinating new book Pokécology: An Illustrated Guide to Pokémon Ecology, a unique partnership has been formed. Pokémon's creators and the Natural History Museum will launch a pop-up shop stocked with exclusive merchandise. Fans will find products like stationery, plushes, and artwork that are inspired by the institution's aesthetic. For collectors, however, will be a limited-edition Pikachu card, offered as a gift with purchase for the pop-up. The store is scheduled from the physical location to its web counterpart from January 26 to April 19.
Pokécology: An Illustrated Guide to Pokémon Ecology is a much-awaited volume filled with beautiful artwork depicting Pokémon in their natural habitats. It's essentially is the kind of research a Pokémon Professor might publish after adventurers submit their data, or what Charles Darwin might have created had the famous islands teemed with Pidgeys instead of birds. Part of the charm lies in the book's scholarly treatment, treating Pokémon as worthy of scientific study. Writer Yoshinari Yonehara together with illustrator Chihiro Kinoshita both hold doctorate degrees in ecology and behavioral science.
The company regularly to issue to release promos celebrating major tournaments or crossover partnerships. A lot of these promotional cards often feature the iconic electric rodent who serves as the franchise mascot. What distinguishes this new museum card however, is the distinctly bigger size. While exact measurements were not publicly disclosed, availability will certainly be strictly limited, and fans limited to just one card per purchase.
According to an official announcement, a portion of the pop-up items will also be sold beyond the museum walls. But, a wider release will only be select retailers in the United Kingdom. Importantly, fans cannot acquire this promo through the official web shop. Although speculator demand is a given, it appears they will have trouble hoarding mass quantities this time around. If you're unable to attend, consider the upcoming fossil-themed display coming to Chicago later this year.
"Every penny of sales from the museum store and its web shop, which covers these items, go toward the Natural History Museum’s non-profit work. That encompasses the efforts of 400 scientists dedicated to scientific inquiry and finding answers to the global ecological crisis," the statement says.
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