It was the Gameboy commercial when red/blue came out.
I saw it and was like, “What’s this game about? Those creatures are so cute! You collect them? I need to check this out!” I babysat a bunch, saved my money, bought Pokemon Red, and I was hooked. I started watching the animated series, collecting the TCG, and playing with friends. Been engaged ever since.
Because if he is all for it, it’s suicide to say this publicly. He’s an ass, he’s not stupid.