Chinpokomon – a Pokemon parody from the South Park episode

Chinpokomon is a satirical parody of the Pokémon brand in the South Park universe – first in the iconic episode “Chinpokomon” and later as collectibles in the game “South Park The Stick of Truth.” It’s crucial to understand that Chinpokomon poke fun at toy marketing, collecting, and pop culture obsessions. In the game, they serve as 30 figures hidden around the city, some of which are missable during specific story missions.

Episode and Context of the Satire

The episode shows how the children of South Park succumb to the craze for mysterious creatures, while adults struggle to keep up with the phenomenon and its message. The parody targets the culture of collecting and mass-market disposables, using exaggerated names and grotesque creature designs. The episode’s plot and character design create a framework for the later use of the collectibles in the game as a humorous Easter egg.

Chinpokomon in The Stick of Truth – Mechanics and Rewards

There are exactly 30 Chinpokomon scattered throughout The Stick of Truth; some are available for free exploration, others only during missions – after completing them, the locations close and the objects become unobtainable. Collecting them all earns the Chinpokolypse achievement and counts towards the More Popular than John Lennon threshold, as once collected, Chinpokomon Co. adds the player to their in-game friends list.

The full list of 30 Chinpokomon in Stick of Truth

Collecting Rewards

• 10 Chinpokomon: Unlocks the achievement
• 20 Chinpokomon: Additional bonus
• 30 Chinpokomon (all): Full “Chinpokomon Master” achievement + special outfit

Collector’s Tips – How to avoid missing Chinpokomon

• Check mission locations with points of no return – UFO, school, Unplanned Parenthood, Fort Clyde.
• Use the bow, probe, and Gnome Powder – many figurines require shooting, teleporting, or miniaturization.
• Make a detour after each major story step – some locations only open on a specific day.
• Save before missions on the Missable list – makes it easier to recover a missed item.

Summary – Satire, Collection, and Meta-Joke

Chinpokomon combines the sharp satire of South Park with the joy of collecting – it’s a meta-joke about figurines that becomes a figurine quest in itself. In the episode, they poke fun at the Pokémon craze; in the game, they turn it into an exploration puzzle with a few cunning traps. For fans, it’s a small but meaningful tribute and a mockery of collecting culture—all the funnier the more complete the shelf of creatures you manage to fill.