As The Pokeball Turns
As The Pokeball Turns

"Pidgey Became His Mirror Move" ft. Officer Granite | TRAINER'S EYE #187

22 July 2026 18:16 David Hernandez

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Most people dream about real-life Pokémon. Officer Granite decided to build them.

In this episode of As The Pokéball Turns, David Hernandez sits down with Officer Granite, the creator behind incredibly lifelike animatronic Pokémon, to uncover the story behind one of the Pokémon community's most creative projects. What began as a childhood fascination with Jurassic Park animatronics eventually evolved into building moving Pokémon that delight fans of every generation. From teaching himself robotics and 3D printing to rediscovering Pokémon through HeartGold and finding unexpected inspiration in Pidgey, Officer Granite shares how curiosity, persistence, and nostalgia shaped his journey. Along the way, he reflects on growing up with Pokémon, the joy of conventions, and why seeing adults become kids again for a few moments makes every hour of work worthwhile.

If you've ever wondered what it would take to bring Pokémon to life—or why childhood passions never truly leave us—this conversation is one you won't want to miss.

Listen now and follow As The Pokéball Turns for more unforgettable Pokémon stories from the Trainers, creators, and fans who make this community extraordinary.

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