#125 Electabuzz, #239 Elekid, and #466 Electivire
Japanese names: エレブー (Eleboo), エレキッド (Elekid), エレキブル (Elekible)
Electabuzz is my number one favorite Pokémon! I ADORE this guy! I know what you're thinking. Why do I babble on about Charizard when he's my second favorite? Well, the answer may surprise you. Actually, it won't. The simple fact is he has more items, is more popular within the fandom, and to this day has more items coming out. Electabuzz's time in the limelight was in Generations I, II, and IV, and that's only because he gained a baby form and an evolution in the latter two generations. I can also tell you he was next to ignored compared to his two brothers, which makes sense because they want to promote what is relevant to whatever generation of games they want to sell. Still, that's one of my biggest complaints about how merchandise is distributed in this franchise, but what can you do?
Speaking of his brothers, I love these guys as well, though not to the same extent as Electabuzz (but don't tell them I said that). When they were revealed in their respective generations, I was really happy and super excited to know more. I was pleasantly suprised to see Elekid. I enjoyed seeing him in his first appearance during the second movie, and as for Electivire, I was ecstatic to find out that the leaked game image of him wasn't a fake and he was going to be the final form. What's not to love?
You may be wondering why Electabuzz is my top favorite? I may have a thing for the underdog. Charizard already has a plethora of fans, so I wanted to give Electabuzz more love and attention. I also really liked him in the anime! His voice was so ridiculous that it was memorable! He's also a lot of fun to use in-game! He has one of the more interesting and neat designs! He reminds me of a tiger and a gorilla, two animals I adore! A truly underrated Pokémon that deserves more love. The whole evolutionary line is pretty much underrated, really, and that's a real shame.
Speaking of his brothers, I love these guys as well, though not to the same extent as Electabuzz (but don't tell them I said that). When they were revealed in their respective generations, I was really happy and super excited to know more. I was pleasantly suprised to see Elekid. I enjoyed seeing him in his first appearance during the second movie, and as for Electivire, I was ecstatic to find out that the leaked game image of him wasn't a fake and he was going to be the final form. What's not to love?
You may be wondering why Electabuzz is my top favorite? I may have a thing for the underdog. Charizard already has a plethora of fans, so I wanted to give Electabuzz more love and attention. I also really liked him in the anime! His voice was so ridiculous that it was memorable! He's also a lot of fun to use in-game! He has one of the more interesting and neat designs! He reminds me of a tiger and a gorilla, two animals I adore! A truly underrated Pokémon that deserves more love. The whole evolutionary line is pretty much underrated, really, and that's a real shame.
Plush
Electabuzz Bell Plush
(すずなりポ ケモン ぬいぐるみ エレブー)
I got this plush from a weeding sale in 2011, and I can assure the previous owner that it has been well taken care of since!
This is my first bell plush, and holy cow are these things tiny and fragile-looking! This is also the only official plush Electabuzz has, which is sad because you can't exactly cuddle this thing. I am still super happy to own it! It is also my first grail get!
What are bell plush, you may ask? Well, the official name for these dolls is actually Suzunari Pokémon Plush, which literally means Bell Style Pokémon Plush. They were only released as UFO prizes and weren't available as retail items, which would explain their rarity today. The reason they are called bell plush is because they have a cute little bell attached to them.
(すずなりポ ケモン ぬいぐるみ エレブー)
I got this plush from a weeding sale in 2011, and I can assure the previous owner that it has been well taken care of since!
This is my first bell plush, and holy cow are these things tiny and fragile-looking! This is also the only official plush Electabuzz has, which is sad because you can't exactly cuddle this thing. I am still super happy to own it! It is also my first grail get!
What are bell plush, you may ask? Well, the official name for these dolls is actually Suzunari Pokémon Plush, which literally means Bell Style Pokémon Plush. They were only released as UFO prizes and weren't available as retail items, which would explain their rarity today. The reason they are called bell plush is because they have a cute little bell attached to them.
Elekid Pokédoll
The only one of the Elec family to get a Pokédoll! He was also only released in the US! I kinda hope Japan makes a minky remake! They are known to do that sometimes!
The only one of the Elec family to get a Pokédoll! He was also only released in the US! I kinda hope Japan makes a minky remake! They are known to do that sometimes!
Elekid Bandai Mini Plush
(バンダイ ミニぬいぐるみ エレキッド)
This plush was released around 1999 and came with some candy! He was purchased from a weeding sale!
(バンダイ ミニぬいぐるみ エレキッド)
This plush was released around 1999 and came with some candy! He was purchased from a weeding sale!
Elekid Jakks Plush
This little guy is so soft! Back when Jakks made some pretty nice plush!
This little guy is so soft! Back when Jakks made some pretty nice plush!
Electivire Rolly Round UFO Banpresto Plush
(コロっとまんまるぬいぐるみ エレキブル)
Electivire's only plush. At least it's a large size that you don't have to worry about damaging.
(コロっとまんまるぬいぐるみ エレキブル)
Electivire's only plush. At least it's a large size that you don't have to worry about damaging.
Figures
Electabuzz-line Diamond and Pearl Zukan
(立体ポケモン図鑑 エレブー, エレキッド, エレキブル)
I think this was the generation when the Zukan figures really took a turn for the worse and really started to show less quality, though they are nothing compared to the terrible quality of the Generation V figures. Electabuzz's pose and paint job is not my favorite, but it's still really nothing to complain too much about. At least he got a third Zukan. That's pretty impressive! Some really popular Pokémon, like Charizard, only had one!
(立体ポケモン図鑑 エレブー, エレキッド, エレキブル)
I think this was the generation when the Zukan figures really took a turn for the worse and really started to show less quality, though they are nothing compared to the terrible quality of the Generation V figures. Electabuzz's pose and paint job is not my favorite, but it's still really nothing to complain too much about. At least he got a third Zukan. That's pretty impressive! Some really popular Pokémon, like Charizard, only had one!
Electabuzz and Elekid Gold Silver and Crystal Zukan
(立体ポケモン図鑑 エレブー, エレキッド)
Look at those poses and details! Amazing!
Zukan means "encyclopedia" in Japanese. It's also what they call the Pokédex in Japan. That makes sense, since these figures are always scaled 1/40 their actual size and that's information you would only get in a Pokédex. Huge Pokémon had to be scaled down 1/50 or more. Some Pokémon are so large that they were only made available as lottery prizes since they could not fit in a gashapon machine.
(立体ポケモン図鑑 エレブー, エレキッド)
Look at those poses and details! Amazing!
Zukan means "encyclopedia" in Japanese. It's also what they call the Pokédex in Japan. That makes sense, since these figures are always scaled 1/40 their actual size and that's information you would only get in a Pokédex. Huge Pokémon had to be scaled down 1/50 or more. Some Pokémon are so large that they were only made available as lottery prizes since they could not fit in a gashapon machine.
Electabuzz FireRed and LeafGreen Zukan
(立体ポケモン図鑑 エレブー)
Funny story with this one. I have never, since my time on Pkmncollectors, seen this guy sold with his base in the community! I have seen the figure sold numerous times, but always without the base. I finally managed to get the figure with the base on Y!J, but still... what happened to the bases in those sales posts, you guys?
This guy comes paired with Scyther. He's also not a very big Pokémon. His in-game height is 3'7''! Funny, I always pictured him taller.
(立体ポケモン図鑑 エレブー)
Funny story with this one. I have never, since my time on Pkmncollectors, seen this guy sold with his base in the community! I have seen the figure sold numerous times, but always without the base. I finally managed to get the figure with the base on Y!J, but still... what happened to the bases in those sales posts, you guys?
This guy comes paired with Scyther. He's also not a very big Pokémon. His in-game height is 3'7''! Funny, I always pictured him taller.
Electabuzz Clear and Regular Kids 1997
(ポケモンキッズ エレブー 1997)
Kid figures are plastic finger puppets made by Bandai. Some of the older kid figures look a little awkward, but the more modern figures have a very nice quality to them.
I know this is an older kid figure, but if I didn't know any better, I would have thought he was a shiny! Don't get too excited. He's not. That's just the way they colored him at the time. I managed to score two clear figures!
(ポケモンキッズ エレブー 1997)
Kid figures are plastic finger puppets made by Bandai. Some of the older kid figures look a little awkward, but the more modern figures have a very nice quality to them.
I know this is an older kid figure, but if I didn't know any better, I would have thought he was a shiny! Don't get too excited. He's not. That's just the way they colored him at the time. I managed to score two clear figures!
Electabuzz Kid 2008
(ポケモンキッズ エレブー 2008)
This is one of my favorite Kids! Look at that face! I love it!
Sadly, there is no clear release of this Kid.
(ポケモンキッズ エレブー 2008)
This is one of my favorite Kids! Look at that face! I love it!
Sadly, there is no clear release of this Kid.
Electabuzz Tomy Figure
(トミー モンスターコレクショ ン エレブー)
I would like to get the re-release. It comes with minor updates to the original figure, but the pose is the same.
All 151 Pokémon got a Tomy figure. Later generations would not be so lucky.
(トミー モンスターコレクショ ン エレブー)
I would like to get the re-release. It comes with minor updates to the original figure, but the pose is the same.
All 151 Pokémon got a Tomy figure. Later generations would not be so lucky.
Electabuzz Jakks Electronic Battle Figure
This figure was obtained from a weeding sale. I was very fortunate to buy another one of these figures mint in package on Amazon when they were still common. They are not so common anymore. The details on this figure are amazing! Definitely one of Jakks' better figures!
As for what this guy does, he has a lightning bolt that can shoot out from one of his hands. He also has a button in the middle of his belly that causes him to light up when you push it.
This figure was obtained from a weeding sale. I was very fortunate to buy another one of these figures mint in package on Amazon when they were still common. They are not so common anymore. The details on this figure are amazing! Definitely one of Jakks' better figures!
As for what this guy does, he has a lightning bolt that can shoot out from one of his hands. He also has a button in the middle of his belly that causes him to light up when you push it.
Electabuzz Jakks Figure
I have two of these figures, and the one you see here is the one I display in the collection shelf. The other is to give my desktop color!
I have two of these figures, and the one you see here is the one I display in the collection shelf. The other is to give my desktop color!
Electabuzz Roller Figure
These were released in Europe, and I love the detail! They have a metal ball in the bottom and you can roll them around. The ball itself is pretty heavy, so I was surprised by its weight when I got this in the mail.
These were released in Europe, and I love the detail! They have a metal ball in the bottom and you can roll them around. The ball itself is pretty heavy, so I was surprised by its weight when I got this in the mail.
Electabuzz Keychain
(トミー キーチェーン エレブー)
I actually love this thing! I love it so much I got two of them! One to display and one to actually use!
This figure was released by Tomy.
(トミー キーチェーン エレブー)
I actually love this thing! I love it so much I got two of them! One to display and one to actually use!
This figure was released by Tomy.
Electabuzz Banpresto Glow In The Dark Keychain
(ポケモン ソフト キーホルダー フィギュア 蓄光 エレブー)
This was a lucky find in a lot purchased on Y!J. He does glow in the dark and he does look really cool doing so!
(ポケモン ソフト キーホルダー フィギュア 蓄光 エレブー)
This was a lucky find in a lot purchased on Y!J. He does glow in the dark and he does look really cool doing so!
Electabuzz Burger King Keychain
Why do I have two of them? At first I bought one on eBay thinking it came without anything missing. Turns out he was missing the keychain ring, so I got another one complete with the ring. I have the two connected because I like the way they look.
I never got this figure when BK had this promotion.
Why do I have two of them? At first I bought one on eBay thinking it came without anything missing. Turns out he was missing the keychain ring, so I got another one complete with the ring. I have the two connected because I like the way they look.
I never got this figure when BK had this promotion.
Electabuzz Pracoro Regular Dice
(プラコロ エレブー)
I got the complete set! I am a very happy camper!
One of the biggest issues with Pracoro dice is that they are blind boxed. If you are a completionist, they can be a challenge to collect. The boxes are rare enough and can run for a high price, and you are not even guaranteed to get a different pose. I got INCREDIBLY lucky. I purchased three boxes and got three different poses. Pose D was purchased through a sales post. My recommendation: if you are just starting out, buy a box. Afterwards, your chances decrease by 25% in getting a new pose. For new poses, lookout for sales posts on Pkmncollectors or go to Y!J auctions to see if they have any available for auction. If you are feeling particularly lucky, buy the boxes. Hey, if you don't get the pose you are after, you can always sell or trade them! They are very popular.
(プラコロ エレブー)
I got the complete set! I am a very happy camper!
One of the biggest issues with Pracoro dice is that they are blind boxed. If you are a completionist, they can be a challenge to collect. The boxes are rare enough and can run for a high price, and you are not even guaranteed to get a different pose. I got INCREDIBLY lucky. I purchased three boxes and got three different poses. Pose D was purchased through a sales post. My recommendation: if you are just starting out, buy a box. Afterwards, your chances decrease by 25% in getting a new pose. For new poses, lookout for sales posts on Pkmncollectors or go to Y!J auctions to see if they have any available for auction. If you are feeling particularly lucky, buy the boxes. Hey, if you don't get the pose you are after, you can always sell or trade them! They are very popular.
Electabuzz Pracoro Clear Dice
(プラコロ クリア エレブー)
Clear Pracoro dice were not available for sale at a retail store, but were sold during an early promotion for the game. They are very rare, very popular, and they come in the same poses as the regular dice.
I got all four poses! With a lot of patience, I managed to find all of them! Hooray!
(プラコロ クリア エレブー)
Clear Pracoro dice were not available for sale at a retail store, but were sold during an early promotion for the game. They are very rare, very popular, and they come in the same poses as the regular dice.
I got all four poses! With a lot of patience, I managed to find all of them! Hooray!
Electabuzz Pracoro Tiny Red Dice
(プラコロ ミニ 赤 エレブー)
These come randomly regardless of what character box you get, and they come in the same poses. The only differences are the colors that they come in. These are the red dice.
(プラコロ ミニ 赤 エレブー)
These come randomly regardless of what character box you get, and they come in the same poses. The only differences are the colors that they come in. These are the red dice.
Electabuzz Pracoro Tiny Blue Dice
(プラコロ ミニ 青 エレブー)
The blues. No, I don't mean the music genre. I am assuming purples and yellows exist. If they do, I want them.
(プラコロ ミニ 青 エレブー)
The blues. No, I don't mean the music genre. I am assuming purples and yellows exist. If they do, I want them.
Electabuzz Clear Full Color Stadium Figure 1
(ポケモンフルカラース タジアム クリア エレブー)
I know these are older figures, but I am not a fan of the paint job. Actually, I am not a fan of FCS figures in general. The quality is awful, but I'll give them a pass because of how old they are.
FCS stands for Full Color Stadium.
(ポケモンフルカラース タジアム クリア エレブー)
I know these are older figures, but I am not a fan of the paint job. Actually, I am not a fan of FCS figures in general. The quality is awful, but I'll give them a pass because of how old they are.
FCS stands for Full Color Stadium.
Electabuzz Clear Full Color Stadium Figure 2
(ポケモンフルカラース タジアム クリア エレブー)
He's missing his base, but that's okay. Unlike Zukans, the bases on these things don't matter because it doesn't have their names on the bottom. You can pretty much use any Stadium base out there.
(ポケモンフルカラース タジアム クリア エレブー)
He's missing his base, but that's okay. Unlike Zukans, the bases on these things don't matter because it doesn't have their names on the bottom. You can pretty much use any Stadium base out there.
Electabuzz Full Color Stadium Figure
(ポ ケモンフルカラース タジアム エレブー)
A solid FCS figure. This guy isn't the worst.
(ポ ケモンフルカラース タジアム エレブー)
A solid FCS figure. This guy isn't the worst.
Electabuzz Cased Collection Figures
(ケース入りコレクショ ン エレブー)
These two figures are one in the same. They were part of the cased collection set of figures that was released way back in the Gen I or II era. I bought these two not knowing what they were until I came across an auction that included the name of the set they were in. Mystery solved!
(ケース入りコレクショ ン エレブー)
These two figures are one in the same. They were part of the cased collection set of figures that was released way back in the Gen I or II era. I bought these two not knowing what they were until I came across an auction that included the name of the set they were in. Mystery solved!
Electabuzz Keshimon Metal Figure
(けしモン エレブー)
This thing is tiny! I had to really struggle taking a picture of this little guy! Despite being so small, he is kind of heavy.
Keshimon figures are very rare, but don't get suckered by the exorbitant prices on eBay. Some are worth quite a bit, but don't rely on eBay to give you the true value of these things. Have patience! While there is no true set value for any Keshimon figure, be on the lookout for figures that are decently priced. They exist!
(けしモン エレブー)
This thing is tiny! I had to really struggle taking a picture of this little guy! Despite being so small, he is kind of heavy.
Keshimon figures are very rare, but don't get suckered by the exorbitant prices on eBay. Some are worth quite a bit, but don't rely on eBay to give you the true value of these things. Have patience! While there is no true set value for any Keshimon figure, be on the lookout for figures that are decently priced. They exist!
Electabuzz Mini Model Color Figures
(ミニーモデル エレブー)
Look at that rainbow of cuteness! Well, it's not an actual rainbow since there are no silver or pink colors in a rainbow, but you know what I mean.
There are a lot of colors out there, and I am not expecting to finish getting all the mini models for a long time. Patience is a great virtue to have when collecting older generation Pokémon.
(ミニーモデル エレブー)
Look at that rainbow of cuteness! Well, it's not an actual rainbow since there are no silver or pink colors in a rainbow, but you know what I mean.
There are a lot of colors out there, and I am not expecting to finish getting all the mini models for a long time. Patience is a great virtue to have when collecting older generation Pokémon.
Electabuzz Garage Kit Figure
This was a strange find. I found this on Yahoo! Japan being sold as a garage kit, but normally garage kits are unassembled and need to be painted. They take a large amount of time and energy to put together, with sanding, cleaning, drilling, pretty much making a figure from scratch. This figure came painted and the assembly was as easy snapping everything together. No drilling was required to fit in the joints. Everything you see in this image came as-is. The rock platform is magnetic, so the figure stays on without any problems.
That's not all. There were two figures available from the same seller. This was one of them. The other figure had blue lightning bolts and the figure itself was a darker shade of yellow, like if it was making a shading effect. Between the two, I chose to purchase this figure hoping the other would be available in the future in the event I had the money for it because they were not cheap. Unfortunately, the other was purchased but I guess it doesn't matter in the end. I at least own one of these figures. It's a beautifully made figure that I am happy to own. I wish I knew who the artist was but the name was not given.
This was a strange find. I found this on Yahoo! Japan being sold as a garage kit, but normally garage kits are unassembled and need to be painted. They take a large amount of time and energy to put together, with sanding, cleaning, drilling, pretty much making a figure from scratch. This figure came painted and the assembly was as easy snapping everything together. No drilling was required to fit in the joints. Everything you see in this image came as-is. The rock platform is magnetic, so the figure stays on without any problems.
That's not all. There were two figures available from the same seller. This was one of them. The other figure had blue lightning bolts and the figure itself was a darker shade of yellow, like if it was making a shading effect. Between the two, I chose to purchase this figure hoping the other would be available in the future in the event I had the money for it because they were not cheap. Unfortunately, the other was purchased but I guess it doesn't matter in the end. I at least own one of these figures. It's a beautifully made figure that I am happy to own. I wish I knew who the artist was but the name was not given.
Elekid Tomy Figure
(トミー モンスターコレクショ ン エレキッド)
I don't see this little guy come up for sale too often, and unfortunately the one that I own is a little worn. I still love him!
(トミー モンスターコレクショ ン エレキッド)
I don't see this little guy come up for sale too often, and unfortunately the one that I own is a little worn. I still love him!
Elekid Kid
(ポケモンキッズ エレキッド)
Dat name! It's like he was destined to be a Kid figure!
(ポケモンキッズ エレキッド)
Dat name! It's like he was destined to be a Kid figure!
Elekid Trading Figure Game Figure
I thought I would never get this figure! This little guy was from the doomed Groundbreakers series that was never released to the public. I really don't get why they stopped making TFG figures because they are so well made! I admit the game itself didn't look interesting, but the figures were the best!
This particular figure was rarely seen for sale in the past but for some reason there was a huge influx of these figures for sale in 2013! I really don't get it but as long as I was able to get a figure for myself, I am happy.
I thought I would never get this figure! This little guy was from the doomed Groundbreakers series that was never released to the public. I really don't get why they stopped making TFG figures because they are so well made! I admit the game itself didn't look interesting, but the figures were the best!
This particular figure was rarely seen for sale in the past but for some reason there was a huge influx of these figures for sale in 2013! I really don't get it but as long as I was able to get a figure for myself, I am happy.
Elekid Hasbro Figure
I never tried it before, but I think you can launch lightning bolts from the prongs on his head.
I never tried it before, but I think you can launch lightning bolts from the prongs on his head.
Elekid Banpresto Talking Keychain
(おしゃべりキーホルダー エレキッド)
Unfortunately, his batteries are dead and need to be replaced, but if you push the little button in the center of his belly, he talks! I need to get his batteries replaced because I want to hear it myself.
(おしゃべりキーホルダー エレキッド)
Unfortunately, his batteries are dead and need to be replaced, but if you push the little button in the center of his belly, he talks! I need to get his batteries replaced because I want to hear it myself.
Elekid "Full and Over" Poké Ball Keychain
(ポケモン いっぱいかけられるキーホルダー エレキッド)
Made by Banpresto, I know some Poké Balls were supposed to be attached to the ring he's holding in his right hand. I could only manage to get him without the Poké Balls, but it's okay! He looks like he is getting ready to lasso something!
(ポケモン いっぱいかけられるキーホルダー エレキッド)
Made by Banpresto, I know some Poké Balls were supposed to be attached to the ring he's holding in his right hand. I could only manage to get him without the Poké Balls, but it's okay! He looks like he is getting ready to lasso something!
Elekid Soft Mascot Finger Puppet
(指人形 エレキッド)
This is not a kid figure but a regular finger puppet that was released in a set with other Gold and Silver Pokémon. He is actually a lot softer and smaller than what a kid figure would be.
(指人形 エレキッド)
This is not a kid figure but a regular finger puppet that was released in a set with other Gold and Silver Pokémon. He is actually a lot softer and smaller than what a kid figure would be.
Elekid Pencil Topper Figure
(鉛筆につける フィギュア エレキッド)
Here is our little electric buddy in pencil topper form. I won him in a group auction on Pkmncollectors, and I am happy to welcome him into my home! Unfortunately, he isn't in very good condition as he is covered in scruff marks, and I tried my hardest to clean him with a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser, but sometimes even magic cannot help. You tried, Mr. Clean.
Still, I am glad to own him! I didn't even know Elekid had a pencil topper figure!
(鉛筆につける フィギュア エレキッド)
Here is our little electric buddy in pencil topper form. I won him in a group auction on Pkmncollectors, and I am happy to welcome him into my home! Unfortunately, he isn't in very good condition as he is covered in scruff marks, and I tried my hardest to clean him with a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser, but sometimes even magic cannot help. You tried, Mr. Clean.
Still, I am glad to own him! I didn't even know Elekid had a pencil topper figure!
Electivire Clear and Shiny Kids
(ポケモンキッズ エレキブル)
It's funny. I have the two rarer ones yet I don't have the regular kid.
(ポケモンキッズ エレキブル)
It's funny. I have the two rarer ones yet I don't have the regular kid.
Electivire Attack Kid
(ポケモンキッズ エレキブル)
Goodness, I love that pose! Here he is using Giga Impact.
No clear release of this Kid is available. Rats!
(ポケモンキッズ エレキブル)
Goodness, I love that pose! Here he is using Giga Impact.
No clear release of this Kid is available. Rats!
Electivire Jakks Electronic Figure
As much as I have been praising Jakks figures, this one is probably my least favorite of the bunch. He just looks so robotic and lifeless. He does light up and talk, but that does not make up for how cold he looks.
As much as I have been praising Jakks figures, this one is probably my least favorite of the bunch. He just looks so robotic and lifeless. He does light up and talk, but that does not make up for how cold he looks.
Electivire Jakks Figure
Unlike the electronic figure, this one looks a lot more spontaneous and vivid!
Unlike the electronic figure, this one looks a lot more spontaneous and vivid!
Electivire Clipping Figure
(ポケモンクリッピングフィギュア エレキブル)
Sigh... I felt Bandai really didn't try with this set. There is something about this figure I do not like. I had to prop him up so I could get a better picture of him.
He's really supposed to be on his left knee like he is charging forward, but getting him into that position is harder than it looks.
(ポケモンクリッピングフィギュア エレキブル)
Sigh... I felt Bandai really didn't try with this set. There is something about this figure I do not like. I had to prop him up so I could get a better picture of him.
He's really supposed to be on his left knee like he is charging forward, but getting him into that position is harder than it looks.
Electivire Candy Figure
I am not sure what brand of candy he came with. That is the way the original owner described him.
I am not sure what brand of candy he came with. That is the way the original owner described him.
Electivire Bath Salt Figure
(びっくらたまごポケットモンスター エレキブル)
In Japan, they have Pokémon-themed bath soaps that came with figures. The figures were hidden within the soap that were shaped like Poké Balls!
(びっくらたまごポケットモンスター エレキブル)
In Japan, they have Pokémon-themed bath soaps that came with figures. The figures were hidden within the soap that were shaped like Poké Balls!
Electivire Poké Ball Keychain Figure
I had a hard time propping him up in that stupid ball. I don't even display him with the Poké Ball. I have Electivire himself displayed on the Pokémon shelf while the Poké Ball sits on my desktop area.
I had a hard time propping him up in that stupid ball. I don't even display him with the Poké Ball. I have Electivire himself displayed on the Pokémon shelf while the Poké Ball sits on my desktop area.
Electivire Unknown Figure
I have no idea what this figure is. I will add the information once I find out! Do you know? Let me know!
I have no idea what this figure is. I will add the information once I find out! Do you know? Let me know!
Stationery and Flats
Electabuzz Electric-type Pokémon Center Clearfile
(ポケモンセンター カントー でんきタイプ クリアファイル)
Around late 2012-early 2013, the Pokémon Center released clearfiles based on types. Some types, such as Normal and Water, had so many Pokémon that two clearfiles had to be released! The starters were not displayed in the type clearfiles, but in their own starter clearfile.
Story time! You know the saying "if you want something done right, do it yourself." Yeah, they mean it, but darn my fear of heights! I asked my brother to hang this up on the highest part of my wall since I was too scared to climb a ladder (which was only 3 feet off the ground). I didn't specify where to put the thumbtack, so he just punched a hole right on the top of the thing. I was so mad at myself for not specifying where I wanted him to put the thumbtack (I always put tape on the top then punch a hole through the tape to prevent damage to the clearfile). I had to replace it with a non-damaged folder, but I can look on the bright side: I got a nifty clearfile for storing papers!
I wish the Luxray-line were on this page, but sadly they're on the back.
(ポケモンセンター カントー でんきタイプ クリアファイル)
Around late 2012-early 2013, the Pokémon Center released clearfiles based on types. Some types, such as Normal and Water, had so many Pokémon that two clearfiles had to be released! The starters were not displayed in the type clearfiles, but in their own starter clearfile.
Story time! You know the saying "if you want something done right, do it yourself." Yeah, they mean it, but darn my fear of heights! I asked my brother to hang this up on the highest part of my wall since I was too scared to climb a ladder (which was only 3 feet off the ground). I didn't specify where to put the thumbtack, so he just punched a hole right on the top of the thing. I was so mad at myself for not specifying where I wanted him to put the thumbtack (I always put tape on the top then punch a hole through the tape to prevent damage to the clearfile). I had to replace it with a non-damaged folder, but I can look on the bright side: I got a nifty clearfile for storing papers!
I wish the Luxray-line were on this page, but sadly they're on the back.
Electabuzz-line 2010 New Year Postcards
(ポケモンセンター 年賀状 (慶賀ライコウ) ポケモン ポストカード エレブー, エレキッド, エレキブル)
I'm so happy! I've been looking for these postcards since I first started collecting in late 2010. Six years later, they're finally mine.
The actual name of this postcard set is "Congratulations Raikou". This was released in late 2009 for the 2010 year of the tiger. I got the envelopes below before I got this postcard set. I don't know why these postcards were as rare as they were. Finding them was a pain. The best thing about looking so hard for something is when you finally get your paws on it.
(ポケモンセンター 年賀状 (慶賀ライコウ) ポケモン ポストカード エレブー, エレキッド, エレキブル)
I'm so happy! I've been looking for these postcards since I first started collecting in late 2010. Six years later, they're finally mine.
The actual name of this postcard set is "Congratulations Raikou". This was released in late 2009 for the 2010 year of the tiger. I got the envelopes below before I got this postcard set. I don't know why these postcards were as rare as they were. Finding them was a pain. The best thing about looking so hard for something is when you finally get your paws on it.
Electabuzz-line 2010 New Year Envelopes
(ポケモンセンター 年賀状 上包み エレブー, エレキッド, エレキブル)
A huge thanks goes to my friend syminka for getting this for me as a Christmas present! I was so surprised! I ADORE the design!! Thank you, girl! You have made this kitty so happy!
This is the back, but this envelope pack comes with two other images that were also released in the 2009-2010 season.
(ポケモンセンター 年賀状 上包み エレブー, エレキッド, エレキブル)
A huge thanks goes to my friend syminka for getting this for me as a Christmas present! I was so surprised! I ADORE the design!! Thank you, girl! You have made this kitty so happy!
This is the back, but this envelope pack comes with two other images that were also released in the 2009-2010 season.
Electabuzz Pokédex Pokémon Center Clearfile B
(ポケモンセンター カントー 151 ポケモン図鑑 クリアファイル B)
This was released in 2010 when Generation V was all sparkly and brand new. Only Generations I-IV had clearfiles. I think Generation I was the only generation to have two clearfiles. The others just had one.
Other than that, there is not much else to say. I am glad Lapras is on the back! I just wish Growlithe and Persian were with the gang (they're on the front).
(ポケモンセンター カントー 151 ポケモン図鑑 クリアファイル B)
This was released in 2010 when Generation V was all sparkly and brand new. Only Generations I-IV had clearfiles. I think Generation I was the only generation to have two clearfiles. The others just had one.
Other than that, there is not much else to say. I am glad Lapras is on the back! I just wish Growlithe and Persian were with the gang (they're on the front).
Electabuzz 1997 Summer Comic Fair Clearfile
(小学館 '97 Summer コミックフェア クリアファイル)
Story time! I first saw this clearfile in a collection post on Pkmncollectors and I knew I had to have it! I asked the person who did the collection post where they got theirs, but alas, they told me they got really lucky and won it in a lot. I was willing to pay my vital organs for this thing, and I knew it was going to be hard to get due to its age. I searched for two years until I finally got lucky! I found a lot on Y!J that had it and I won it for a mere 100 yen! With the fees, it still wasn't too bad! I was just happy to finally own it!
I love this thing! Look at that cute Electabuzz! I am also really loving the Growlithe! The style is based off of the Pocket Monsters gag manga that was never released outside of Japan. I own one of the books and I must admit it was a little bizarre and somewhat frightening, but some of the pictures made me laugh. I really wish I could read Japanese.
(小学館 '97 Summer コミックフェア クリアファイル)
Story time! I first saw this clearfile in a collection post on Pkmncollectors and I knew I had to have it! I asked the person who did the collection post where they got theirs, but alas, they told me they got really lucky and won it in a lot. I was willing to pay my vital organs for this thing, and I knew it was going to be hard to get due to its age. I searched for two years until I finally got lucky! I found a lot on Y!J that had it and I won it for a mere 100 yen! With the fees, it still wasn't too bad! I was just happy to finally own it!
I love this thing! Look at that cute Electabuzz! I am also really loving the Growlithe! The style is based off of the Pocket Monsters gag manga that was never released outside of Japan. I own one of the books and I must admit it was a little bizarre and somewhat frightening, but some of the pictures made me laugh. I really wish I could read Japanese.
Electabuzz Trade for Evolution Clearfile
(全国の大学でポケモンを受け取ろう Trade for Evolution クリアファイル)
I am not too sure what Trade for Evolution was. I just know it was part of a promotion that took place in Japanese universities when Generation V was barely starting out. I wish we had this kind of fun stuff in US universities.
(全国の大学でポケモンを受け取ろう Trade for Evolution クリアファイル)
I am not too sure what Trade for Evolution was. I just know it was part of a promotion that took place in Japanese universities when Generation V was barely starting out. I wish we had this kind of fun stuff in US universities.
Electabuzz Jungle Pokémon Shitajiki
(ポケットモンスター ジャングル 下敷き)
I got super lucky with this one! I purchased a lot on Y!J completely unaware that this art board was in the mix! It has a majority of my favorite Generation I Pokémon on there! The only one who is missing is Lapras!
Are any of your favorites here?
(ポケットモンスター ジャングル 下敷き)
I got super lucky with this one! I purchased a lot on Y!J completely unaware that this art board was in the mix! It has a majority of my favorite Generation I Pokémon on there! The only one who is missing is Lapras!
Are any of your favorites here?
Electabuzz Pocket Monsters Tiny Notepad
(ポケットモンスター メモ帳 エレブー)
I am just wondering how in the heck you are supposed to write anything in this thing. I mean, it's so tiny! Unless you have Superman vision and have the handwriting the size of an ant, I don't think you can really do anything with it. Haha!
(ポケットモンスター メモ帳 エレブー)
I am just wondering how in the heck you are supposed to write anything in this thing. I mean, it's so tiny! Unless you have Superman vision and have the handwriting the size of an ant, I don't think you can really do anything with it. Haha!
Electabuzz Magnet and Clip
(エレブー マグネット クリップ)
They both look exactly the same, but the one on the left is a magnet and the one the right is a clip. The magnets are worthless because they do not grip onto anything firmly.
(エレブー マグネット クリップ)
They both look exactly the same, but the one on the left is a magnet and the one the right is a clip. The magnets are worthless because they do not grip onto anything firmly.
Electabuzz Stamper Figure
(ポケットモンスターキャラクタースタンプ エレブー)
The character stamps. Like the FCS figures, I am not a fan of these. However, I will say that I like the character stamps a little bit more than the FCS figures. At least they look somewhat cute.
(ポケットモンスターキャラクタースタンプ エレブー)
The character stamps. Like the FCS figures, I am not a fan of these. However, I will say that I like the character stamps a little bit more than the FCS figures. At least they look somewhat cute.
Electabuzz Unknown Stamper Figure
Even though I find the derpiness charming on this one, I never understood why stamper figures always came out so derpy-looking. I own smaller figures that have better paint jobs.
I do not recall where this stamp came from, but I will be sure to change the name once I find out. I don't think this stamp came from Japan. Correct me if I'm wrong.
Even though I find the derpiness charming on this one, I never understood why stamper figures always came out so derpy-looking. I own smaller figures that have better paint jobs.
I do not recall where this stamp came from, but I will be sure to change the name once I find out. I don't think this stamp came from Japan. Correct me if I'm wrong.
Electabuzz 151 Tiny Red Stamp
Initially, I bought this stamp in 2011 but it got lost in the mail. I didn't see another for sale until 2012, so I was really happy to finally own it! This thing is as small as it appears. I had to get up super close to take that picture and it was a pain in the neck (literally!) to do so.
All 151 Pokémon had stamps like this. They are just as small.
Initially, I bought this stamp in 2011 but it got lost in the mail. I didn't see another for sale until 2012, so I was really happy to finally own it! This thing is as small as it appears. I had to get up super close to take that picture and it was a pain in the neck (literally!) to do so.
All 151 Pokémon had stamps like this. They are just as small.
Electabuzz Eraser
This thing is also very small! Yet, the detail looks really good! He is not derpy in any way!
This thing is also very small! Yet, the detail looks really good! He is not derpy in any way!
Electabuzz Calendar Page
(エレブー カレンダーのページ)
This is exactly what I am talking about! Awesome, never-before-seen art! I love it!!! The Japanese calendars are vastly superior to the American ones! Pokémon calendars sold in the US use the same, generic artwork that you can easily see online. There was a time when the US calendars used original art, but the modern releases rely on generic stock art. No thanks to that.
(エレブー カレンダーのページ)
This is exactly what I am talking about! Awesome, never-before-seen art! I love it!!! The Japanese calendars are vastly superior to the American ones! Pokémon calendars sold in the US use the same, generic artwork that you can easily see online. There was a time when the US calendars used original art, but the modern releases rely on generic stock art. No thanks to that.
Electabuzz Banpresto Electric-type Postcard
(でんきタイプ はがき)
Jiminy Christmas, I know I stopped showing postcards on this site, but the art on this postcard is so awesome I had to keep it here! You see, that is the kind of art that I love! Something new! Something not seen before!
(でんきタイプ はがき)
Jiminy Christmas, I know I stopped showing postcards on this site, but the art on this postcard is so awesome I had to keep it here! You see, that is the kind of art that I love! Something new! Something not seen before!
Electabuzz 3D Stadium Card
I don't think these were released in the US. I am not sure of their origin, but I will be sure to post it once I find out! Any of you out there know? Let me know!
I don't think these were released in the US. I am not sure of their origin, but I will be sure to post it once I find out! Any of you out there know? Let me know!
Electabuzz TAZO Pog
These were released in Europe, though which countries I am not sure. There are three languages written on the back, one of them being Spanish and the other Greek. I think the third language is Portuguese, but don't quote me on that.
I just want to throw out there that I love the art on this pog. Or is it a scene from the anime? I can't remember. I haven't seen the older episodes in a while.
These were released in Europe, though which countries I am not sure. There are three languages written on the back, one of them being Spanish and the other Greek. I think the third language is Portuguese, but don't quote me on that.
I just want to throw out there that I love the art on this pog. Or is it a scene from the anime? I can't remember. I haven't seen the older episodes in a while.
Electabuzz Bandai Carddass Card
(バンダイ カードダス エレブー)
Okay, I have a few things to say about this one. I LOVE this card! I know I said cards are no longer going to be posted here, but I just had to keep this. The dynamic pose is really well done! I am not sure who the artist is because he or she is not credited, but I want to say this was done by Sugimori. It looks like his style! I love it when he does original pieces! One of my favorite cards! I could just compliment this card all day! Really gorgeous!
All 151 Pokémon got a card like this with different battle poses.
(バンダイ カードダス エレブー)
Okay, I have a few things to say about this one. I LOVE this card! I know I said cards are no longer going to be posted here, but I just had to keep this. The dynamic pose is really well done! I am not sure who the artist is because he or she is not credited, but I want to say this was done by Sugimori. It looks like his style! I love it when he does original pieces! One of my favorite cards! I could just compliment this card all day! Really gorgeous!
All 151 Pokémon got a card like this with different battle poses.
Elekid Stamper
You know, this is probably the only character stamp I have that has no derpy features whatsoever. This little guy actually looks really good!
You know, this is probably the only character stamp I have that has no derpy features whatsoever. This little guy actually looks really good!
Elekid Poké Ball Roller Stamper
An adorable stamper given to me as a present from Syminka! He's just too cute!
As for what set he was released in, I'm still researching that.
An adorable stamper given to me as a present from Syminka! He's just too cute!
As for what set he was released in, I'm still researching that.
Electivire Pokédex Pokémon Center Clearfile
(ポケモンセンター カントー 387 - 493 ポケモン図鑑 クリアファイル)
I wish the Luxray and Buizel lines were on the back with Electivire. They're on the front.
(ポケモンセンター カントー 387 - 493 ポケモン図鑑 クリアファイル)
I wish the Luxray and Buizel lines were on the back with Electivire. They're on the front.
Electivire Pokémon Center Battle Notebook
This notebook was released around the time Generation IV was still new in Japan. I love the artwork!
This notebook was released around the time Generation IV was still new in Japan. I love the artwork!
Other Items
Electabuzz-line National Dex Pokémon Center Charms
(全国図鑑メタルチャーム エレブー, エレキッド, エレキブル)
As much as I love the re-release and the inclusion of Electivire, I would have loved it even more if the former two got different poses. Wow, I sound self-entitled. That is actually a very unrealistic expectation now that I think about it. With over 600 Pokémon getting charms (and I am not even including form differences!!), did anybody honestly expect different poses for all the Pokémon? It would have been nice, but I can understand the large amount of work that would have to have gone into it.
Different poses were limited to starters, legendaries, and mascots like Pikachu (the little ham). Notice the key word being "different," not "new." Pokémon that did get alternate poses did not get anything unique, as the images they used for the charms have been used in previous Pokémon Center promotions.
(全国図鑑メタルチャーム エレブー, エレキッド, エレキブル)
As much as I love the re-release and the inclusion of Electivire, I would have loved it even more if the former two got different poses. Wow, I sound self-entitled. That is actually a very unrealistic expectation now that I think about it. With over 600 Pokémon getting charms (and I am not even including form differences!!), did anybody honestly expect different poses for all the Pokémon? It would have been nice, but I can understand the large amount of work that would have to have gone into it.
Different poses were limited to starters, legendaries, and mascots like Pikachu (the little ham). Notice the key word being "different," not "new." Pokémon that did get alternate poses did not get anything unique, as the images they used for the charms have been used in previous Pokémon Center promotions.
Electabuzz-line Ensky 50 Piece Puzzle
(エンスカイ 50ピースのパズル エレブー, エレキッド, エレキブル)
I am going to say this right here: I despise yet adore Ensky at the same time. Their distribution of items is the worst and I hate how they blind box almost everything. Yet, their products always have the most unique art! That is their only saving grace. Looking for older products made by Ensky? Prepare to be looking for a LONG time! Ensky items rarely come up for sale/auction and when they do, oh my goodness! Prepare for a bid war.
That is what happened with this particular puzzle set. I bid my tail off for the lot it was in, but once you win and have the item in your hands, you just have this overwhelming sense of happiness and relief. Look at that art! Stunning and so worth the buy!
(エンスカイ 50ピースのパズル エレブー, エレキッド, エレキブル)
I am going to say this right here: I despise yet adore Ensky at the same time. Their distribution of items is the worst and I hate how they blind box almost everything. Yet, their products always have the most unique art! That is their only saving grace. Looking for older products made by Ensky? Prepare to be looking for a LONG time! Ensky items rarely come up for sale/auction and when they do, oh my goodness! Prepare for a bid war.
That is what happened with this particular puzzle set. I bid my tail off for the lot it was in, but once you win and have the item in your hands, you just have this overwhelming sense of happiness and relief. Look at that art! Stunning and so worth the buy!
Electabuzz-line Ensky 50 Piece Puzzle (Assembled)
(エンスカイ 50ピースのパズル エレブー, エレキッド, エレキブル)
The puzzle set assembled and framed! Lovely!
(エンスカイ 50ピースのパズル エレブー, エレキッド, エレキブル)
The puzzle set assembled and framed! Lovely!
Electabuzz and Elekid Johto Dex Pokémon Center Charms
(ジョウト図鑑メタルチャーム エレブー, エレキッド)
I was lucky to get my paws on these charms when Pokevault still had them for sale. I don't see this particular set for sale anywhere. It also rarely pops up in auction sites.
Electivire was not included because he is not a Generation I and II Pokémon. "But ocelotlrama," you say, "Yanmega was included with Yanma and he is a Generation IV Pokémon! Obviously you are lying to us!!" Well, for one thing, there is no need to yell. The other thing is, yes, Yanmega and a few other Gen IV Pokémon were included in these sets, and there's a reason for it. What all those Pokémon have in common is that you can get them before battling the Elite Four. Yanma evolves into Yanmega by leveling up knowing Ancient Power. At the time, it could learn the move at level 32, meaning at level 33, it evolves into Yanmega (or earlier if you decide to breed Ancient Power onto it). Electabuzz, on the other hand, needs an item to evolve. That item, the Electirizer, can only be obtained after beating the Elite Four. The same thing goes for Mime Jr. and Happiny. They can only be obtained if Mr. Mime or Chansey/Blissey are holding an incense item at the breeding center, and those incense items can only be obtained post-game. That is why certain Pokémon were included in the Johto-dex while Electivire, Mime Jr., and Happiny were only counted in the National-dex. Hence their exclusion in these charms.
Mystery solved, or maybe not for those of you who already knew.
(ジョウト図鑑メタルチャーム エレブー, エレキッド)
I was lucky to get my paws on these charms when Pokevault still had them for sale. I don't see this particular set for sale anywhere. It also rarely pops up in auction sites.
Electivire was not included because he is not a Generation I and II Pokémon. "But ocelotlrama," you say, "Yanmega was included with Yanma and he is a Generation IV Pokémon! Obviously you are lying to us!!" Well, for one thing, there is no need to yell. The other thing is, yes, Yanmega and a few other Gen IV Pokémon were included in these sets, and there's a reason for it. What all those Pokémon have in common is that you can get them before battling the Elite Four. Yanma evolves into Yanmega by leveling up knowing Ancient Power. At the time, it could learn the move at level 32, meaning at level 33, it evolves into Yanmega (or earlier if you decide to breed Ancient Power onto it). Electabuzz, on the other hand, needs an item to evolve. That item, the Electirizer, can only be obtained after beating the Elite Four. The same thing goes for Mime Jr. and Happiny. They can only be obtained if Mr. Mime or Chansey/Blissey are holding an incense item at the breeding center, and those incense items can only be obtained post-game. That is why certain Pokémon were included in the Johto-dex while Electivire, Mime Jr., and Happiny were only counted in the National-dex. Hence their exclusion in these charms.
Mystery solved, or maybe not for those of you who already knew.
Electabuzz and Elekid Electric-type Stickers and Binder
(でんきタイプ バインダーやステッカー)
I got the stickers individually a while back but I was unaware of the existence of the binder until I saw it in an auction. I had to have it, natch!
It only contains Generation I and II Pokémon, so it was probably released around 1999-2001.
(でんきタイプ バインダーやステッカー)
I got the stickers individually a while back but I was unaware of the existence of the binder until I saw it in an auction. I had to have it, natch!
It only contains Generation I and II Pokémon, so it was probably released around 1999-2001.
Electabuzz 151 Pokémon Center Badge
(ポケモンセンター 151 カンバッジコレク ション エレブー)
This and the NYC PC badge below were obtained during weeding sales, so I got them by extreme luck. One of the things that I noticed about the 151 badges is that the more popular the Pokémon, the more common the badges are! It's really weird. Usually it's the other way around, with the more popular Pokémon having rarer items and being more expensive.
As the name implies, all 151 Pokémon got a badge. Some have incredible artwork, some have artwork that looks like they were done by 5-year-olds. I like this artwork, by the way.
(ポケモンセンター 151 カンバッジコレク ション エレブー)
This and the NYC PC badge below were obtained during weeding sales, so I got them by extreme luck. One of the things that I noticed about the 151 badges is that the more popular the Pokémon, the more common the badges are! It's really weird. Usually it's the other way around, with the more popular Pokémon having rarer items and being more expensive.
As the name implies, all 151 Pokémon got a badge. Some have incredible artwork, some have artwork that looks like they were done by 5-year-olds. I like this artwork, by the way.
Electabuzz New York City Pokémon Center Badge
Another weird thing is that the Japanese 151 badges are a lot more common. The New York badges I rarely see for sale even on eBay. Yeah, they're the same and there is literally no difference other than the packaging, but I still wanted it.
Another weird thing is that the Japanese 151 badges are a lot more common. The New York badges I rarely see for sale even on eBay. Yeah, they're the same and there is literally no difference other than the packaging, but I still wanted it.
Electabuzz 151 Pokémon Center Badge 2013 Re-Release
(ポケモンセンター 151 カンバッジコレク ション エレブー 2013)
This is a re-release, and there are a couple of things that bug me about it:
1. In order to get this badge "mint in package," you have to purchase the entire 151 badge set. If you just want one or two of the badges and not the whole set, then it can be hard getting these badges. The 151 badge set is not cheap, so your best bet is hoping that a person who has the entire set sells them individually. It still won't be MIP, so that kind of tanks.
2. Another problem I have with this badge is the badge itself. The quality looks really bad. Compared to the bright yellow of the original badges, the colors on this one look darker, washed-out, and overall not as clean-looking.
All in all, it's kind of disappointing to get this and see the quality take a turn for the worse. It also reeks that you cannot have this MIP without buying the whole set.
(ポケモンセンター 151 カンバッジコレク ション エレブー 2013)
This is a re-release, and there are a couple of things that bug me about it:
1. In order to get this badge "mint in package," you have to purchase the entire 151 badge set. If you just want one or two of the badges and not the whole set, then it can be hard getting these badges. The 151 badge set is not cheap, so your best bet is hoping that a person who has the entire set sells them individually. It still won't be MIP, so that kind of tanks.
2. Another problem I have with this badge is the badge itself. The quality looks really bad. Compared to the bright yellow of the original badges, the colors on this one look darker, washed-out, and overall not as clean-looking.
All in all, it's kind of disappointing to get this and see the quality take a turn for the worse. It also reeks that you cannot have this MIP without buying the whole set.
Electabuzz 151 2016 Can Badge
(ポケモンセンター 151 カンバッジコレク ション エレブー 2016)
Oh my goodness! 151 can badges are back with nice and sparkly new artwork. They're much bigger than the original 151 badges and yes, they all look spectacular.
Yet at the same time, there is a little part of me thinking TPC is getting a little too dependant on the 3D look rather than focusing on 2D drawings. With the exception of the TCG, most artwork has this 3D-look to it and I'm not the biggest fan. Still, this is a spiffy badge! I want another to use on my lanyard that I wear in public.
(ポケモンセンター 151 カンバッジコレク ション エレブー 2016)
Oh my goodness! 151 can badges are back with nice and sparkly new artwork. They're much bigger than the original 151 badges and yes, they all look spectacular.
Yet at the same time, there is a little part of me thinking TPC is getting a little too dependant on the 3D look rather than focusing on 2D drawings. With the exception of the TCG, most artwork has this 3D-look to it and I'm not the biggest fan. Still, this is a spiffy badge! I want another to use on my lanyard that I wear in public.
Electabuzz Kuchiba City Gym Deck
(クチバシティジム マチス)
I know this is going to sound typical, but I really love the Japanese boxes a lot more than the TCG boxes that were released here in the US. The American boxes were incredibly bland-looking, yet a lot bigger. The Japanese boxes are smaller but have a lot more going on, and I like that! You would think with a bigger box they would add more on the cover, but no, that wasn't the case with Wizards. I am so glad they no longer have the license to the card game.
I should also mention that particular image of Electabuzz is my favorite of all time. Yes, he is raising his arms up and he still looks like he wants to maul you, but he's doing it differently. I really hope that made sense.
(クチバシティジム マチス)
I know this is going to sound typical, but I really love the Japanese boxes a lot more than the TCG boxes that were released here in the US. The American boxes were incredibly bland-looking, yet a lot bigger. The Japanese boxes are smaller but have a lot more going on, and I like that! You would think with a bigger box they would add more on the cover, but no, that wasn't the case with Wizards. I am so glad they no longer have the license to the card game.
I should also mention that particular image of Electabuzz is my favorite of all time. Yes, he is raising his arms up and he still looks like he wants to maul you, but he's doing it differently. I really hope that made sense.
Electabuzz Pokémon Card Fan Club Magazine (Back)
(ポケモンカード ファンクラブ マガジン 第4巻)
The main content in this magazine contains information about the TCG and the top Japanese players in the late 90s. This particular issue was released on February 28, 1998 (hey, two days from my 11th birthday). A nice bit of Japanese Pokémon history if you can even read what's in it.
I am such a sucker for original art! My only criticism is that this should have been on the front cover!
(ポケモンカード ファンクラブ マガジン 第4巻)
The main content in this magazine contains information about the TCG and the top Japanese players in the late 90s. This particular issue was released on February 28, 1998 (hey, two days from my 11th birthday). A nice bit of Japanese Pokémon history if you can even read what's in it.
I am such a sucker for original art! My only criticism is that this should have been on the front cover!
Electabuzz (Raichu) Pokémon Card Fan Club Magazine (Front)
(ポケモンカード ファンクラブ マガジン 第4巻)
I thought I should show the front just in case you all wanted to know what it looked like. I like Raichu! I don't like him to the point where I would collect his items, but I think he's cute and deserves the many fans he has.
(ポケモンカード ファンクラブ マガジン 第4巻)
I thought I should show the front just in case you all wanted to know what it looked like. I like Raichu! I don't like him to the point where I would collect his items, but I think he's cute and deserves the many fans he has.
Electabuzz 2009 Diamond and Pearl DVD Box
(ポケットモンスター ダイヤモンド・パール2009 第9巻)
I had such a hard time getting this box when I first discovered its existence. I think I held two group auctions on Pkmncollectors to get one because at the time they only had these DVDs in sets, and they are ridiculously expensive! I can't blame anyone who didn't participate in the group auctions/buys. Unless you live in Japan or have a region-free DVD player and a TV that has an NTSC option, they would be unwatchable so you would be paying a lot of money just for the box.
I was lucky to get this box individually without paying for the set! As for the episodes themselves, they were okay, I guess. While I love watching my favorite Pokémon in action, I really cannot stand the mean-spiritedness these episodes just had to bring to teach kids a lesson on "losing."
(ポケットモンスター ダイヤモンド・パール2009 第9巻)
I had such a hard time getting this box when I first discovered its existence. I think I held two group auctions on Pkmncollectors to get one because at the time they only had these DVDs in sets, and they are ridiculously expensive! I can't blame anyone who didn't participate in the group auctions/buys. Unless you live in Japan or have a region-free DVD player and a TV that has an NTSC option, they would be unwatchable so you would be paying a lot of money just for the box.
I was lucky to get this box individually without paying for the set! As for the episodes themselves, they were okay, I guess. While I love watching my favorite Pokémon in action, I really cannot stand the mean-spiritedness these episodes just had to bring to teach kids a lesson on "losing."
Electabuzz 2010 Diamond and Pearl DVD Box
(ポケットモンスター ダイヤモンド・パール2010 第5巻)
I can't remember if I held a group auction for the 2010 DVD sets. I honestly don't remember. This is my favorite of the two boxes that I own.
I want to note that this box and the one on top are rental boxes. Their rarity comes from the fact that they were not available for sale at retail stores and could only be rented at video stores or online rental shops. I really don't get why the rental boxes have the really good artwork while the retail items have the boring stock art, but that's the way it is.
(ポケットモンスター ダイヤモンド・パール2010 第5巻)
I can't remember if I held a group auction for the 2010 DVD sets. I honestly don't remember. This is my favorite of the two boxes that I own.
I want to note that this box and the one on top are rental boxes. Their rarity comes from the fact that they were not available for sale at retail stores and could only be rented at video stores or online rental shops. I really don't get why the rental boxes have the really good artwork while the retail items have the boring stock art, but that's the way it is.
Electabuzz Battrio Pucks
(エレブー バ トリオ パック)
While the game itself looks like it is nothing interesting, I love the coins and the poses!
This is the complete set of Battrio coins. There is one Tretta release that I hope to get one day.
(エレブー バ トリオ パック)
While the game itself looks like it is nothing interesting, I love the coins and the poses!
This is the complete set of Battrio coins. There is one Tretta release that I hope to get one day.
Electabuzz Tretta Puck
(エレブー トレッタ パック)
The updated version of the Battrio game, which, again, is nothing special. The only special thing about these machines are the pucks needed to play them. Goodness, I love these things! New artwork and poses are a plus!
One thing I barely noticed is that these pucks are special for including the English name alongside the Japanese name. That's kind of neat.
(エレブー トレッタ パック)
The updated version of the Battrio game, which, again, is nothing special. The only special thing about these machines are the pucks needed to play them. Goodness, I love these things! New artwork and poses are a plus!
One thing I barely noticed is that these pucks are special for including the English name alongside the Japanese name. That's kind of neat.
Electabuzz Origami Cut-Out figure
I was never good at those crafts where you have to cut pieces out of a board and put them together yourself. I was never good at Origami, period. I didn't assemble what is pictured. It was already completed when I got it in a weeding sale. I have another one that is still intact and never to be assembled. I'm afraid I'll ruin it.
I was never good at those crafts where you have to cut pieces out of a board and put them together yourself. I was never good at Origami, period. I didn't assemble what is pictured. It was already completed when I got it in a weeding sale. I have another one that is still intact and never to be assembled. I'm afraid I'll ruin it.
Electabuzz Banpresto Lamp
(バンプレスト ランプ エレブー)
I love this thing! I managed to get this in a lot with three other lamps a while back, yet I never tested it out to see if it works. I assume it does, but even if it didn't, who cares? I still love this thing. One of these days I'll test it out. The reason I haven't is because I am too lazy to go out and buy the batteries it needs.
The other three lamps released were of Pikachu on a tree stump, Clefairy, and Jigglypuff. Pikachu was given to my brother and the other two have been sold.
(バンプレスト ランプ エレブー)
I love this thing! I managed to get this in a lot with three other lamps a while back, yet I never tested it out to see if it works. I assume it does, but even if it didn't, who cares? I still love this thing. One of these days I'll test it out. The reason I haven't is because I am too lazy to go out and buy the batteries it needs.
The other three lamps released were of Pikachu on a tree stump, Clefairy, and Jigglypuff. Pikachu was given to my brother and the other two have been sold.
Electabuzz Mega Block Figure
(エレブー キャラ ブロック)
These blocks are so cute! I love the details that they added! It was also a nice touch to add their backs and tails on the back! I own three of these! Yes, I am that much of a fan.
(エレブー キャラ ブロック)
These blocks are so cute! I love the details that they added! It was also a nice touch to add their backs and tails on the back! I own three of these! Yes, I am that much of a fan.
Electabuzz Electric-type Tin
I was never a fan of putting foodstuffs in metal tins, so instead of calling it a lunchbox, I just call it a tin. I store a few things in this tin for safe keeping.
I was never a fan of putting foodstuffs in metal tins, so instead of calling it a lunchbox, I just call it a tin. I store a few things in this tin for safe keeping.
Electabuzz Electric-type Bandana
(でんきタイプ バンダナ)
This thing is huge! I also love the art on it.
(でんきタイプ バンダナ)
This thing is huge! I also love the art on it.
Electabuzz Dog Tag
Sigh... Americans and dog tags. You know it had to be done. Americans and dog tags go together like mayonnaise and sandwich bread, which can be kind of gross in the wrong hands.
I mean no offense to those who like dog tags and I admit they look really cool when worn by those who are in the military, but Pokémon-style dog tags have always seemed like a really tacky idea to me. I wouldn't wear this thing in public.
Sigh... Americans and dog tags. You know it had to be done. Americans and dog tags go together like mayonnaise and sandwich bread, which can be kind of gross in the wrong hands.
I mean no offense to those who like dog tags and I admit they look really cool when worn by those who are in the military, but Pokémon-style dog tags have always seemed like a really tacky idea to me. I wouldn't wear this thing in public.
Electabuzz Metal Swing Keychain
(メタルスイング エレブー キーホルダー)
Metal keychains released in Japan! It is nice, sparkly, and well-made.
(メタルスイング エレブー キーホルダー)
Metal keychains released in Japan! It is nice, sparkly, and well-made.
Electabuzz Tomy/Hasbro Pin
With what little I remember, I know these pins were released alongside the Tomy figures that were re-released by Hasbro in the late 90s. Yeah Hasbro, I know you weren't the ones who made those figures.
With what little I remember, I know these pins were released alongside the Tomy figures that were re-released by Hasbro in the late 90s. Yeah Hasbro, I know you weren't the ones who made those figures.
Electabuzz Coin
(エレブー コイン)
Of course the coin of the group had to show up. I really can't go into detail about this one. What's there to say? It's a coin.
(エレブー コイン)
Of course the coin of the group had to show up. I really can't go into detail about this one. What's there to say? It's a coin.
Electabuzz Unknown Item
I have no idea what this thing is! I don't think the person who sold it to me knew, either.
If I ever find out what this thing is, I will be sure to keep you all updated!
I have no idea what this thing is! I don't think the person who sold it to me knew, either.
If I ever find out what this thing is, I will be sure to keep you all updated!
Electabuzz Yellow and Blue Marbles
A marble bag with Electabuzz's mug on it also exists. I hope to get it one day. Different colored marbles may also exist.
A marble bag with Electabuzz's mug on it also exists. I hope to get it one day. Different colored marbles may also exist.
Electabuzz and Charizard Wendy's Plastic Box (Back)
One of my favorite items since it features my top two favorite Pokémon! This is the back of the box. My numero uno favorite is here!
One of my favorite items since it features my top two favorite Pokémon! This is the back of the box. My numero uno favorite is here!
Electabuzz and Charizard Wendy's Plastic Box (Front)
And my numero dos favorite is here! Electabuzz and Charizard on the same item?? Yes! This thing rocks!
And my numero dos favorite is here! Electabuzz and Charizard on the same item?? Yes! This thing rocks!
Elekid Big Can Badge
(ポケモンセンター カンバッジコレク ション エレキッド)
The Pokémon of the Johto region got their own big can badges released, too! Will it go beyond 251? I don't know.
Very nice artwork on this badge! I love these things.
(ポケモンセンター カンバッジコレク ション エレキッド)
The Pokémon of the Johto region got their own big can badges released, too! Will it go beyond 251? I don't know.
Very nice artwork on this badge! I love these things.
Elekid Battrio Coins
(エレキッド バ トリオ パック)
There were only three different poses of Elekid on the Battrio coins, two being repeats, making a total of five coins. The one on the right has a repeat pose; the only difference is that the name area is colored orange instead of green.
(エレキッド バ トリオ パック)
There were only three different poses of Elekid on the Battrio coins, two being repeats, making a total of five coins. The one on the right has a repeat pose; the only difference is that the name area is colored orange instead of green.
Elekid Uchiwa
(エレキッド うちわ)
This fan actually has two sides that feature Elekid, but I chose to display this side because it also has Charizard.
The correct term for this type of fan is "uchiwa."
(エレキッド うちわ)
This fan actually has two sides that feature Elekid, but I chose to display this side because it also has Charizard.
The correct term for this type of fan is "uchiwa."
Elekid Clear Movie Scene
This was a scene from the second mini-movie! Because of the background, it is not very clear. You are supposed to put them against a light background to get a better view. Fortunately, even against the gray backdrop, you can still make it out!
This was a scene from the second mini-movie! Because of the background, it is not very clear. You are supposed to put them against a light background to get a better view. Fortunately, even against the gray backdrop, you can still make it out!
Elekid Burger King Gameboy Clear Card
This, along with the cartridge below, were released in an obscure Burger King promotion in 2000. Color me surprised! They usually milk these promotions for everything they're worth! I remember the two most overplayed advertisements that were promoting the first and second movies at the time! Ahh, the memories of the Happy Meal rip-off that was the Big Kids Meal. It was a very shameless time for Burger King, but I digress. Not that I'm saying McDonald's is better because they suck, too.
The sets included a clear 3D-textured card (like the one you see here), a cartridge like the one below, and a Gameboy with the Pokémon's picture on the screen. So I have everything but the Gameboy itself.
This, along with the cartridge below, were released in an obscure Burger King promotion in 2000. Color me surprised! They usually milk these promotions for everything they're worth! I remember the two most overplayed advertisements that were promoting the first and second movies at the time! Ahh, the memories of the Happy Meal rip-off that was the Big Kids Meal. It was a very shameless time for Burger King, but I digress. Not that I'm saying McDonald's is better because they suck, too.
The sets included a clear 3D-textured card (like the one you see here), a cartridge like the one below, and a Gameboy with the Pokémon's picture on the screen. So I have everything but the Gameboy itself.
Elekid Burger King Gameboy Game
The Gameboy cartridge from the Burger King 2000 promotion. When I get the Gameboy, I will take a pic of the whole set since they are not items that were released separately
The Gameboy cartridge from the Burger King 2000 promotion. When I get the Gameboy, I will take a pic of the whole set since they are not items that were released separately
Electivire Pokémon Center Beat of the Frontier Card Binder
(ポケモンセンター フロンティアの鼓動 バインダー)
The really awesome art on this binder was also released on a deck box. Primarily, it was the art featured on the Beat of the Frontier TCG expansion set in Japan (known as Supreme Victors everywhere else).
I use this binder to house my TCG card collection!
(ポケモンセンター フロンティアの鼓動 バインダー)
The really awesome art on this binder was also released on a deck box. Primarily, it was the art featured on the Beat of the Frontier TCG expansion set in Japan (known as Supreme Victors everywhere else).
I use this binder to house my TCG card collection!
Electivire Pokémon Center Pokémon Battle Heroes Button
(ポケモンバトル ヒーローズ カンバッジコレク ション エレキブル)
This button was part of the Pokémon Battle Heroes promotion at various Pokémon Centers.
(ポケモンバトル ヒーローズ カンバッジコレク ション エレキブル)
This button was part of the Pokémon Battle Heroes promotion at various Pokémon Centers.
Electivire Pokémon Center Pokémon Battle Heroes Charm
(ポケモンバトル ヒーローズ メタルチャーム エレキブル)
This was released with a set of other charms that included Mewtwo, Machamp, Lucario, and Blaziken during the Pokémon Battle Heroes promotion.
(ポケモンバトル ヒーローズ メタルチャーム エレキブル)
This was released with a set of other charms that included Mewtwo, Machamp, Lucario, and Blaziken during the Pokémon Battle Heroes promotion.
Electivire Battrio Coins
(エレキブル バ トリオ パック)
I only have two Electivire Battrio coins. There are six of them. I should mention that I have the first and last coins released!
(エレキブル バ トリオ パック)
I only have two Electivire Battrio coins. There are six of them. I should mention that I have the first and last coins released!
Electivire Tissue Paper
(エレキブル ティッシュペーパー)
These will forever stay in their plastic, never to meet a runny nose.
Probably one of the dumbest things I wasted my money on, but you know what? It's so silly I'm actually proud to have it in my collection.
(エレキブル ティッシュペーパー)
These will forever stay in their plastic, never to meet a runny nose.
Probably one of the dumbest things I wasted my money on, but you know what? It's so silly I'm actually proud to have it in my collection.
Customs
Electabuzz Plush by Bubble-Rhapsody
This beautiful plush was made by the incredibly talented bubble-rhapsody of Pkmncollectors! Hey, I cannot just have that bell plush as Electabuzz's only plush now, can I?
She has a Deviantart page! Go check her out.
This beautiful plush was made by the incredibly talented bubble-rhapsody of Pkmncollectors! Hey, I cannot just have that bell plush as Electabuzz's only plush now, can I?
She has a Deviantart page! Go check her out.
Electabuzz Bead Sprite by Unknown Artist
I apologize to the artist who initially made this. I got this in a weeding sale and was not able to get your name. If you are or know the artist who made this, let me know and I will be sure to credit you/them! I love this little guy and you did a great job, whoever you are out there!
I apologize to the artist who initially made this. I got this in a weeding sale and was not able to get your name. If you are or know the artist who made this, let me know and I will be sure to credit you/them! I love this little guy and you did a great job, whoever you are out there!
Electabuzz and Charizard Watercolor Painting by Tomokii
I love tomokii's art! I just had to commission her for a painting of my two favorite Pokémon playing in the snow! The painting is actually quite large and this picture certainly doesn't do it any justice! I will probably retake it while it is displayed on the wall to get a better angle of it.
Check out her Deviantart page, while you're at it!
I love tomokii's art! I just had to commission her for a painting of my two favorite Pokémon playing in the snow! The painting is actually quite large and this picture certainly doesn't do it any justice! I will probably retake it while it is displayed on the wall to get a better angle of it.
Check out her Deviantart page, while you're at it!
Electabuzz Envelope Art by Tomokii
What a nice added little bonus! Tomokii drew this on the envelope she shipped the painting in, so I just had to cut it out and keep it!
What a nice added little bonus! Tomokii drew this on the envelope she shipped the painting in, so I just had to cut it out and keep it!
Electabuzz and Tropius ACEO Card by Gappamaki
I really need to get this framed! I love it! Gappamaki is really a wonderful artist and I would recommend him to anyone who wants a nicely done ACEO card!
Check them out on Tumblr!
I really need to get this framed! I love it! Gappamaki is really a wonderful artist and I would recommend him to anyone who wants a nicely done ACEO card!
Check them out on Tumblr!
Electabuzz Charm by Taycs
Taycs makes the most adorable charms! I wanted Electabuzz doing what typical cats do: groom! Typical cat always worried about cleanliness.
Check out Taycs on Deviantart!
Taycs makes the most adorable charms! I wanted Electabuzz doing what typical cats do: groom! Typical cat always worried about cleanliness.
Check out Taycs on Deviantart!
Electabuzz and Tropius Laminate Keychain by Captainangel
This really adorable artwork was done by the community's own captainangel! Are my ideas for commissions strange? Maybe, but the execution of my ideas in the artwork is top-notch!
Captainangel has a Deviantart page you can check out!
This really adorable artwork was done by the community's own captainangel! Are my ideas for commissions strange? Maybe, but the execution of my ideas in the artwork is top-notch!
Captainangel has a Deviantart page you can check out!
Shiny Electabuzz Pokédoll Tag by hawlucha
Made by the super-talented Trainer_Irene (now known as hawlucha). He is one of my top favorite artists on Pkmncollectors. Here is his flawless Pokédoll-style tag! One of these days I am going to commission a skilled plush artist to make me a shiny Electabuzz Pokédoll based off this tag!
The only way I am going to get an official Pokédoll of Electabuzz is if all the planets in the solar system align in a way that would cause a major apocalypse throughout 20 galaxies and bring Elvis back from the dead. I think I have a higher chance of winning the lottery 50 times in a row! For a shiny Pokédoll... ha! I made myself laugh there! They haven't even made a shiny Pokédoll of Charizard! I can still reach for the stars.
Made by the super-talented Trainer_Irene (now known as hawlucha). He is one of my top favorite artists on Pkmncollectors. Here is his flawless Pokédoll-style tag! One of these days I am going to commission a skilled plush artist to make me a shiny Electabuzz Pokédoll based off this tag!
The only way I am going to get an official Pokédoll of Electabuzz is if all the planets in the solar system align in a way that would cause a major apocalypse throughout 20 galaxies and bring Elvis back from the dead. I think I have a higher chance of winning the lottery 50 times in a row! For a shiny Pokédoll... ha! I made myself laugh there! They haven't even made a shiny Pokédoll of Charizard! I can still reach for the stars.
Electabuzz Pokémon Time by hawlucha
More flawless art from the super talented hawlucha! This time in Pokémon Time style! Sorry for the double use of the word time there.
More flawless art from the super talented hawlucha! This time in Pokémon Time style! Sorry for the double use of the word time there.
Electabuzz Laminate by hawlucha
Of course I had to have hawlucha draw Electabuzz as the proverbial wildcat he is!
For more of hawlucha's art, visit him on his Livejournal page!
Of course I had to have hawlucha draw Electabuzz as the proverbial wildcat he is!
For more of hawlucha's art, visit him on his Livejournal page!
Chibi-Electabuzz by Acidmimi
I actually obtained this adorable image from a weeding sale! The name of the artist was mentioned to be acidmimi, and by the looks of this little guy, I am loving her style!
I actually obtained this adorable image from a weeding sale! The name of the artist was mentioned to be acidmimi, and by the looks of this little guy, I am loving her style!
Electabuzz Pin by Drag0n_aura
I love drag0n_aura's art! Her Pokédoll/chibi style was just too cute to pass up! I had to commission her for one of these cute buttons!
Visit Drag0n_aura's Livejournal page for more pin goodness!
I love drag0n_aura's art! Her Pokédoll/chibi style was just too cute to pass up! I had to commission her for one of these cute buttons!
Visit Drag0n_aura's Livejournal page for more pin goodness!
Electabuzz Pins with Official Art by Various Sellers
These buttons are not official but they use artwork and sprites from official sources. The button on the bottom right is a scene from the first Let's Find Pokémon book. The button on the bottom left is of a sprite that is used in the Pokémon Ranger games.
These buttons are not official but they use artwork and sprites from official sources. The button on the bottom right is a scene from the first Let's Find Pokémon book. The button on the bottom left is of a sprite that is used in the Pokémon Ranger games.