starters

Arguably, the most exciting part of any Pokemon title is weighing the options of your starter and trying to predict how your journey will go. Every generation has something fun to choose, especially if you’re not dedicated to a certain type. From Kanto to Paldea, it’s likely that your starter will be with you every step of the way, but there’s a lot of adorable monster sidekicks to choose from. So, if you’re in the business of catching them all — and by all, I mean starters — then we’ve got a breakdown below of every…

A proper backup situation is good to have around any time you hit the road, and something to keep in the trunk alongside one of the best portable tire inflators is a portable jump starter. You never know when cold weather, inadvertently leaving the dome light on, or plain old Father Time can leave you with a dead battery. Ensuring you have one of the best portable jump starters can save you in just such a jam, which is why we’ve rounded up what we feel are the best portable jump starters in 2024. The best portable…

Noco Boost Plus GB40 specs - Peak amps: 1000 amps | Weight: 2.4 pounds | Dimensions: 8.3 x 4.1 x 4.6 inches | Max engine size: 6L gas, 3L dieselNoco has established itself as one of the premier names in portable jump starters, and its Boost Plus GB40 is the ultimate compact unit. It measures just 8.3 x 4.1 x 4.6 inches, which means not only does it fit in your center console or glove compartment, but you could also potentially slip the main unit comfortably into a pant pocket. The Boost Plus GB40 provides up to 1000 amps…

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Now that Ash — not me, though I understand your confusion — has finally, after 25 years of not aging, become the Pokémon Champion, it seems like the animated series is saying goodbye to the very best. Nestled in the announcement that there’s a new Pokémon animated series on the horizon was the tidbit that after the end of the current series — Pokémon Ultimate Journeys — will be special episodes paying tribute to Ash’s many achievements.“To conclude Pokémon Ultimate Journeys: The Series, fans can enjoy a collection of…

A step-by-step guide to effectively release your Python package in the Python Package Index (PyPI) to pip install itPhoto by Aaron Burden on UnsplashReleasing a package in PyPi and installing it with pip has great advantages as it will automatically resolve dependencies, and it becomes accessible on any machine. However, publishing an open-source Python Package requires some preparation steps, such as the unambiguous structuring of your directory, versioning, archive building, and publishing the package. I will show…

Picking a starter Pokémon in any installment is one of the hardest decisions you have to make, and you have to decide so early in the game. Pokémon Scarlet and Violet don’t make it easy — each starter Pokémon in the Paldea region is super cute and eventually evolves into formidable battle partners. While you technically have to pick one of Sprigatito, Quaxly, and Fuecoco to be your official starter, there’s no reason you can’t have them all. Isn’t that the whole point, after all? You won’t be able to find any of the…

The first truly open-world Pokémon game, Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, is finally available on Nintendo Switch. Not only is this a new way to play a fan-favorite series, but there are also new Pokémon to discover including three adorable new starters to choose from. As usual, players get to pick from a Grass, Fire, or Water-Type when choosing between Sprigatito, Fuecoco, or Quaxly. But which one is best? Here are some things to consider when making your decision on which one to bring on your journey.NOTE: This page has…

Nintendo has announced Splatoon 3's next Splatfest, and it's Pokemon-themed. Yes, Nintendo will never miss an opportunity for a well-timed crossover, and that's exactly what this November's Splatfest will be.This timed event will ask players to choose their favorite Pokemon starter type. It's a question forever debated on schoolyards across the world, from generation to generation. But for those of you who left your Pokedex back in 2000, those starter types are Grass, Fire, and Water-type. You know, like…

Nintendo surprised the world when it revealed Pokémon Scarlet and Violet earlier this year. The new titles mark a brand new generation for the long-running monster-catching series, and look to update the tried and tested formula even further. Of course, we already had Pokémon Legends Arceus to enjoy this year, with its novel approach to an open world Pokémon game. Many have wondered whether the new features showcased in Arceus would make their way to the next mainline title. From what we’ve seen this does indeed seem to…