| Pinsir | |
|---|---|
| Pokémon character | |
 Pinsir artwork by Ken Sugimori | |
| First game | Pokémon Red and Blue (1996) |
| Created by | Ken Sugimori[1] |
| Designed by | Ken Sugimori (original)[1] |
| In-universe information | |
| Species | Pokémon |
| Type | Bug Bug and Flying (Mega) |
Pinsir (/ˈpɪnsər/), known in Japan as Kailios (Japanese: カイロス, Hepburn: Kairosu), is a Pokémon species in Nintendo and Game Freak's Pokémon franchise. First introduced in Pokémon Red and Blue, it has appeared in multiple games including Pokémon Go and the Pokémon Trading Card Game, as well as various merchandise.
Pinsir has gone on to receive a positive reception since its debut. Its design has been highlighted, and it has become a popular Pokémon among fans of the series.
- ^ a b "増田氏が語る、ゲームフリークが 世界で通じる会社になるまで". Weekly Famitsu (in Japanese). No. 1590. May 23, 2019. pp. 98–106.