explication

Squirtle, written by myself, is a quick and snappy acrostic poem that packs a lot of punch and meaning behind its rough exterior. though everyone thinks squirtle is the cute and innocent little pokémon, this poem demonstrates the power within if you look under that shell you know you'll find a fire that can't be put out. if any of you got the 'immobilized by love' allusion then i know you're a real pokémon fan, knowing thats what happens when your opponent uses the move 'attract'. there was no rhyme scheme, but i felt it was necessary because squirtle needs no rhythm except the pounding waves of the sea.

thank you for your time err body! this was my last poem and i will now begin taking pictures and creating my calendar! thanks for tuning in guys! blasting off one more time! ----- steven and ash

Squirtle

Squirtle, the starter that makes your heart shine
Quarrels turn into friendships with him by your side
Understand the power within that shell
Immobilized by love you will be when seeing this creature
Remarkably strong, a confident fighter till the end
Treat him well and you will be highly rewarded
Losing is not an option with this hero by your side
Emotions grow like flowers, a companion for ever.

Sonnet explication

If you didn't recognize that last one, it was a Shakespearian sonnet, with an ababcdcdefefgg rhyme scheme (yes gg for all you gamers out there). it was hard to write a sonnet, but i was able to tap into my emotional reserves as a pokéfan and pull that one out of the hat. i expressed the meaning of pokémon in someone's life and how the love for this wonderful game never really does go away, once you've played it will be with you forever and thats something really special. sorry for the short recap on that poem but it's got me a little teared up right now, it was kind of emotionally draining, if i have more to add i'll get back later, thanks guys :)

-Steven

The Best Past Time

I don't know how to live without
The thrill, the fun, the game
There was never any doubt
Playing it there was no shame
It consumed my free time
Pokémon was my thought process
I finally caught a Mr. Mime
I knew this game was ageless
Spending hours leveling up
For a valiant fight in the next gym
How i adore my piplup
The chances of winning never slim
Pokémon is my heart, my brain, my life
I just might have to marry it, make it my wife.