Level Up! Level 6: PokeManiac

This level's more of a misnomer than anything.  I am not a Pokemaniac.  In fact, I'm not a fan of Pokemon at all.  More to the fact, I've never even played a Pokeman title in my life.  Somehow, I've managed to avoid this franchise entirely, and for good reason.  Although I've heard from several friends that it's a very fun series, it's just one less than series for me to be addicted to spending my time and money on.

This franchise I think is probably more popular than even Mario, if not just as popular.  If I had a time machine, I'd definately go back in time and invest in Nintendo right before the unleashed Pokemon to the world.  So, are any of you Pokemaniacs in actuality?