Hong Kong’s rumors and secrets exposed

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COVER STORY
Psst… tell no one these rumors
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All New Pokénames!
Hongkongers have been protesting this week after Nintendo announced that it was ditching the
Cantonese-specific names of their Pokémon, instead aligning them with the Putonghua versions
used in China and Taiwan. Protesters are decrying it as yet another step in the slow erosion of
Cantonese identity, not to mention a trampling of fond childhood memories. But we’ve heard
there are some English names being changed for the Hong Kong market, too:
Look us up!
“Magikarp” “Maggi Carp”
This deliciously umami seasoned fish is sure to be a
hit among Hong Kong foodies.
“Squirtle” “Lead Water Squirtle”
This adorable little Pokémon keeps its name, just
with a little extra to help Hongkongers identify
with it better.
“Charmander” “Chinamander”
The red fire-breathing dragon gets a name change
which seems to make sense.
“Snorlax” “Legco”
The constantly asleep Pokémon
evolves into this higher (???) lifeform.
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“Pidgey” “Spratly”
Renaming this classic Pokémon after the disputed
islands gives it much better search engine
optimization and guarantees the issue will come
to a head soon.
“Ekans” “Eh, Cannot”
The snake Pokémon has been renamed after
the city’s most slithery answer to any question or
request.
“Jigglypuff” “CY Leung”
It’s hoped that renaming this adorable pink
Pokémon after the Chief Executive will send his
approval ratings through the roof.
“Mewtwo” “Kowtow”
The most powerful and elusive creature gets a
name that’s simple, easy to remember and easy
to use. “Did you get to Kowtow yet?” “Wow, tried
to take on the boss without Kowtow?” “I’ll trade
you one Kowtow for your Spratly!”
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