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*Many Pokémon have extraordinary paranormal powers, notably {{type|Psychic}}s. Those with Psychic powers are labeled as having been given these powers by {{wp|Satan}} in the {{wp|Bible}} itself. | *Many Pokémon have extraordinary paranormal powers, notably {{type|Psychic}}s. Those with Psychic powers are labeled as having been given these powers by {{wp|Satan}} in the {{wp|Bible}} itself. | ||
*Many Pokémon embody or practice East Asian spiritual or mystical concepts, being that the franchise originated in Japan. Some Christian groups denounce these as pagan rituals. | *Many Pokémon embody or practice East Asian spiritual or mystical concepts, being that the franchise originated in Japan. Some Christian groups denounce these as pagan rituals. | ||
*Some claim that if one were to {{wp|backmasking|play backwards}} the [[Pokérap]], "[[Gotta Catch 'em All!]]" can be heard as "I love Satan". | *Some claim that if one were to {{wp|backmasking|play backwards}} the [[Pokérap]], "[[Gotta Catch 'em All!]]", it can be heard as "I love you, Satan". | ||
*Some Pagan religions claim many Pokémon have similarities to many pagan spirits.{{fact}} | *Some Pagan religions claim many Pokémon have similarities to many pagan spirits.{{fact}} | ||