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The Pokémon Company sues organizers of Pokémon-themed party for copyright infringement

The Pokémon Company International (TPCi) filed a lawsuit against two Seattle residents on Wednesday, claiming that the Pokémon-themed party they were organizing allegedly infringed upon TPCi’s copyright.

Seattle residents Ramar Larking Jones and Zach Shore attempted to organize the “5th Annual Unofficial Pokémon PAX Kickoff Party.” The party would have taken place in the 500 East restaurant and bar on Thursday, on the eve of the local Penny Arcade Expo (PAX) Prime convention on Friday.

TPCi’s complaint cites the event’s poster, its Facebook promotion, and its advertised activities as the infringing elements. The event’s poster used images of the copyrighted Pokémon characters Pikachu and Snivy, and the event had also previously used Pikachu’s image to promote the event on Facebook. The complaint also notes that the event would have featured, among other things, “Pokémon themed shots and drinks, Smash Bros. Tournament with cash prize, Dancing, Giveaways, Cosplay Contest and more,” as well as an “AMAZIN POKEMON MASHUP.”

TPCi’s complaint notes that it aims to “put an end to and obtain redress for [Jones and Shore’s] blatant and willful infringement of TPCi’s copyrights.” Ruckus Productions, a business entity that Jones and Shore run, is also listed as a defendant beside both individuals. TPCi is seeking damages, attorney’s fees, and an order to stop future instances of the event.

TPCi’s complaint notes that the event had been organized annually since 2011.

The manager of the 500 East restaurant said that the event has been cancelled. TPCi’s complaint indicates that the party had sold more than 30 tickets.

[Via Geekwire]

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