Iconic Pokemon trainer and collector Ash Ketchum was drawing eyes at the 2022 Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo. Known around the world for his many battle victories, tangles with Team Rocket, and unwavering enthusiasm, C2E2 attendees appeared perplexed, maybe even a bit concerned to see Ash carrying a sizable, caffeinated beverage. At just 25 years old, on one hand it could be assumed that he still has enough youthful energy to handle late night adventures hunting Pokemon. On the other hand, being near 30 and that coffee drink suggests otherwise.   | THIS ENT

[Photo by Gerald “G-Ride” King | Words by Mr. Joe Walker]