Hey, Digi and Poke fans (or haters, depending on which side you root for). Like I said, I promised something special this chapter, and here it is: (fanfare) Video Games!
We all know that both Pokemon and Digimon are more than just the animes. To get a better view, we now turn to the gaming worlds of both. So, let's turn on that handheld, press START, and...
Disclaimer: I don't own either of these. I mean, would I need to look this stuff up online if I did? And I still think I messed up.
RED: Hi, I'm a Pokémon.
RYO: And I'm a Digimon.
Red: I was the first main character in the main series Pokémon games.
Ryo: I'm one of the more well known game characters.
Red: Wait, Digimon had a video game franchise?
Ryo: Why the look of surprise? Technically, Digimon started out as a video game.
Red: I don't think a virtual pet counts as a game.
Ryo: You could still battle with them.
Red: Whatever. Anyway, my first Pokémon can be one of three Pokémon, but I suppose we could say that my official Pokémon was a Pikachu caught by Professor Oak.
Ryo: When I started out, I was able to use Digimon that actually belonged to the Digi-Destined of the first season. Later on, Cyberdramon became my official partner.
Red: Hold it, your games actually tie in to the first season?
Ryo: The first one did. My next few games tie in to the second and third seasons. I also appeared in the 02 and Tamers animes. Must make you jealous that you only got a counterpart for the anime and mangas, huh
Red: Well, I guess that makes… Wait. Second and third seasons? I thought nothing after season two was connected.
Ryo: I was waiting for you to catch on. After what Rika told us about you guys bringing it up every third sentence (her words), we found a way to counteract it. At the end of my third game, I crossed dimensions from Adventure into the Tamers world.
Red: Weird.
Ryo: I'll tell you what's weird: your voice.
Red: What about it?
Ryo: Well, for starters, that it existed. You never talk, even in your sequels where you're an opponent. There, it's just a few dots.
Red: It's called being a silent protagonist, a common thing in video games. Maybe you should try it some time.
Ryo: You kidding? Whether it's the games or the show, Digimon is story-driven. Me being silent would just ruin it.
Red: I meant be silent right now. *pauses for effect* But we're story-driven as well. Have you picked up the new games?
Ryo: Yeah. Pokémon Black and White. What is that? A game that takes place when movies weren't colored yet?
Red: Right. We should have called it Pokémon Trainers to match your Digimon Tamers, even though there's only one. Seriously, how much self-esteem do you have to lose before you call your game by the name of a TV series? Don't you know that that never works well?
Ryo: Actually, we named the show after the games.
Red: And, if I recall, you didn't make too many appearances in that. Not even half a season's worth.
Ryo: Hey, how about you do what you do best: shut up!
Red: Or what?
Ryo: Let's just say today is not Cyberdramon's best day, and he's pretty nasty on those days too.
Red: Two words: Mew two.
*The two face off*
Okay, no injuries for this narrator. I just got back from the FFDotNet hospital (Perfect for those times when dangerous characters just can't seem to stay away from the fourth wall. Call 1-800-FAN-FIC1.). Anyway, next time, another 'mon talk (Well, one of them talks anyway).
This is CF, signing out.
