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In the world of Pokémon, there are many things we do that are abusive to Pokémon and harmful to society. I believe we need to introduce new laws and regulations to reform the negative aspects of our Pokémon trainer culture.
>1. Outlaw the use of Poké balls and Pokemon PC Storage.
The use of Poké balls, as well as the use of a PC to store Pokémon, violates the agency of these sentient beings. Many Pokémon are forced to be crammed into these tiny cages. Once caught, Pokémon rarely (if ever) have the ability to leave the Poké Ball on their own. They rely entirely on the trainer to "release" them from their spherical kenels. Pokémon have indeed demonstrated the ability to exit a Poké Ball all on their own. This is a relatively uncommon phenomenon, and most Pokémon have not been able to replicate this feat, even those who are very unhappy with their trainer. However what is more abhorrent is the use of the PC storage system, as Pokémon have no way to free themselves from this digital prison. This system is often abused, leaving millions of unappreciated Pokémon trapped forever in an infinite wasteland. I also take issue with the condition Pokémon are put upon when inside a Poké ball or the PC storage. Based on the best evidence available, they seem to be put into a dream-like state where their emotions and cognition are sedated. Forcibly putting a creature into a stasis for an indefinite period causes harm to Pokémon. Denying a social creature contact with the outside world and other creatures for a long period causes cognitive decay and in some cases emotional trauma. We know this is the case for humans and given how many traits we share with these beautiful creatures, it is without doubt the same would apply to them as well. In summary, the abuse of Poké balls and the PC storage system has led to the unjust imprisonment of millions, perhaps billions, of Pokémon. This is mass incarceration on the largest scale in world history and we put an end to this obscene cruelty.
