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People are attracted to round shapes. Pokemon are fit, powerful, and dominating, yet they also have a cute and affectionate side and obey orders. It's both a power fantasy and, in an unusual sense, an ideal mate or partner. The rounded body shapes are aesthetically pleasing so people who get too attached might start to feel an emotional attraction towards them.
Same reasons the bronies want to put their brony boney into the ponies.
