 Site Q & A
 Q. Where does your site get its name? And why such a long one?
A. "We All Live in a Pokémon World..." is a line from the Orange Islands U.S. theme song, at which time was brand new (in 2000) as was this site. And with the controversy that surrounded Pokémon during that time, it seemed appropriate and defining of the ever-growing world of Pokémon that the rest of the world just had to get used to and hopefully accept (lengthwise, there's no better way to say it!). Ten years since Pokémon's debut, it's still very much a Pokémon world.
Q. With your site, are you trying to change people's minds who don't like Pokémon into liking it?
A. No. The purpose of this site is to disprove accusations made against Pokémon. It is one thing to simply dislike something, but to invent and spread misinformation and lies about Pokémon (battling=cockfighting, etc) or anything else is quite another, and is harmful not only to the franchise and the fans, but to people looking for honest answers (parents, teachers, etc).
Many people often dislike things they do not understand; this site was created to offer a basic understanding of Pokémon for people to then base their opinion, rather than blindly prejudging it.
Q. Why doesn't your site have its own domain name?
A. "We All Live in a Pokémon World..." is one of several websites that I own and manage (others include Dream Valley, Oak Branch Woods, etc...), all of which ARE run off of my personal domain (kimsites.net), provided by a professional web hosting service (as opposed to a free host) and is ad-free.
Q. Why doesn't your site have common features like (complete) episode/movie guides, character bios, Pokédex/Berrydex/natures, game walk-throughs/cheats, fanart/fic submissions, sprites, forums, oekaki, (its own) Topsites, CuteNews, Cbox, PlugBoard, webmaster tips, etc...
A. There are hundreds of great Pokémon fan sites/resources that feature all of the above and more. Many of these sites also include AAP (Anti-Anti Pokémon) sections, but far as I know, my site is one of the only (if not the only) site fully devoted to the defense of Pokémon, making it one of a kind. I pride my website for offering unique counter-arguments to common Pokémon issues as well as those not covered on any other site. In an effort to keep this site family-friendly, no unmoderated posting is permitted, which is why there is no forum, Cbox, PlugBoard, or the like.
Q. How often is this site updated?
A. Whenever the mood moves me, which can mean anything from small updates like listing new Recommended Episodes to adding entire new sections...usually when an issue concerning Pokémon gets me so worked up I have to write about it. In regards to affiliation requirements, as previously stated, I find it very unfair for one site to dictate when others are to be updated. The time it would take for me to write down every update that takes place - or to note that the site has not been updated - could be better spent making actual updates.
Q. How do you choose the Recommended Episodes? Are they your favorites?
A. Recommended episodes are those that illustrate the issues concerning Pokémon covered in the various sections on this site. Not only do they help explain some of the mysteries of the Pokémon world, but many serve to dispell common misconceptions about Pokémon including human-Pokémon interaction and battling, and are recommended to both new viewers and especially opponents. Of these episodes, my personal favorites are marked with a Luvdisc icon ( ), as I do tend to prefer episodes related to what's mentioned on the site, however I have lots of other favorites that don't necessarily cover any issues. Recommended Episode lists are updated as often as necessary.
Q. Why is your Pokémon site so animé-oriented?
A. Obviously, my site specializes in the defense of Pokémon, and let's face it, while teachers do confiscate Pokémon trading cards and parents continuously campaign against video games (Pokémon or otherwise), it's the animé that has caused the most controversy with banned episodes and a misinterpreted message regarding Pokémon battles. Fortunately, it's also in the animé that so many of these misconceptions are dispelled and the most useful tool to get AP-er's to look at Pokémon in another light (see Recommended Episodes question above). Messages including respect for nature and compassion for living creatures are also illustrated in the video games, with the best examples recommended in appropriately-themed sections on the site. Of course, the support offered on this site extends to all things Pokémon.
Q. Why doesn't this site have a hit counter, especially since since number of hits is a requirement for many affiliates?
A. I've had problems with malfunctioning hit counters in the past on my other sites, so it's really not worth the trouble. As for it being a requirement for affiliation, I believe there's more to value of a site than just numbers, which is why I don't require it myself. Please read my other views of affiliate requirements...
Q. Why does this site have such lenient affiliate requirements, when most others' are so strict?
A. That's exactly why I don't judge potential affiliates by hits, number of pages, etc... Many new sites seek out affiliates in order to help make their site known, but it's difficult when faced with stat requirements equalling those of mega-sites. Every site has to start somewhere, and I believe we Pokémon fans should all help each other.
Q. Can I apply for 'Partner Site' (as opposed to 'Affiliate')?
A. No; this is not an open position. My site is partnered with The Eterna Gym because I designed the site's current layout and contributed some of the content, however, I am not responsible for updates or further upkeep. I am not currently looking to co-design any other websites. I am also partners with Stareon's Hideout (offline for updates) as a result of a special request.
Q. Would you like to be interviewed on my Pokémon site?
A. Yes, I'd love to! I've noticed that one webmaster interviewing another is a growing trend on Pokémon sites, and I think it's a fun way for people in the Pokémon community to get to know each other. Just e-mail me with your request (please state the name and URL of the site you're from), you can then send me a list of questions (sorry, I'm not on IM) and I'll have them answered in a few days.
Q. Would you please read/review my Pokémon fan fic?
A. I actually saw this same question on another Pokémon site, and I have been asked; in both cases, the answer is 'no'. First, I don't read a lot of Pokémon fan fiction, and second, I am not comfortable judging other people's work. There are plenty of Pokémon sites where fan fic can be submitted.
Q. Why hasn't my e-mail message been posted on the Visitor's Support page?
A. The most likely reason is because when I replied to your message I did not receive a reply back stating that I had your permission to post it online (messages are never posted without permission). If you did not receive a reply initially, it's possible that the content was deemed inappropriate. I also do not reply to or post chat/txt speak. Or it could be that your message simply did not go through; please try resending. You can also sign the guestbook which is moderated regularly.
Q. Why the link to D.O.T. (Defenders of Tracey)? Isn't that an outdated campaign?
A. Having been a fan of Pokémon since first season, I was there when WB made the big announcement "Someone is leaving Pokémon!" Despite it having been so early in the series, I had come to know and love Brock and didn't want to see him (or anyone else) go. And like other fans, I wasn't sure what to make of Tracey in the beginning either. Then suddenly, Brock came back; end of story. After fifth season, Misty leaving was far more unexpected, but as the years went on, fans have come to expect (and accept) the coming and going of main characters. When May left and Dawn took her place, I wasn't surprised.
When the special episodes aired in the U.S. (Pokémon Chronicles), not only did they spark my interest in Orangeshipping, I realized that I really liked Tracey, and while online, I found many old 'Brock vs. Tracey' (mostly pro-Brock) campaigns as well as Tracey fansites that came to his defense. Not only were these comparisons still online, but I've noticed that some fans (from recently updated sites) still emphasize that they do not like and never liked Tracey, hence the need for fans like me to proudly proclaim that Tracey is not just "that other guy".
Q. What does the 'PKMN EPISODE 386' button symbolize?
A. This button was initially linked to PROMISE, a fanlisting for the episode "Do I Hear a Ralts?". The listing is no longer online, probably due to the fact that the membership form never worked, as well as the webmaster's email (this person still operates several other fanlistings as far as I know). Because it is one of the most outstanding and one of my favorite episodes, and certainly deserving of a fanlisting, the button has remained on my site.
Q. What's up with all the references to "Go, Diego, Go!"? What does this have to do with Pokémon?
A. I actually became interested in Diego the same way I became interested in Pokémon, after learning of a parent-based campaign against yet another show in which situations involving cute, living creatures were taken out of context and misinterpreted. Being an animal lover, I quickly discovered similarities between the two shows, and like Pokémon, the accusations proved to be groundless yet the opposition continues. Also, these arguments take away from the values taught through these characters, again as with Pokémon (and with the show's animé-esque cuteness, I half-expect Diego to speak Japanese instead of Spanish! :). As an outspoken member on the Diego message board (screenname: savediego), I've expressed counter-arguments dispelling such accusations and defending said values, with the same unique insight found on my Pokémon site, and if it really becomes necessary, am considering creating a sister site devoted to rescuing our favorite animal rescuer.
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