Pokemones , also known as HxCitos , were a youth subculture that originated in Chile in 2006. While projecting an image of melancholy and sadness, they were often described as happy and extroverted. Their identity was formed through a fusion of elements from various subcultures: Otaku culture (hobbies and worldview), Emo hairstyles, Hip-Hop fashion, Punk political ideologies, and local Chilean influences such as Flaites (musical preferences) and the Hardcore Punk scene.

They favored Reggaeton music and engaged in activities like perreo , ponceo (searching for partners at night), and kissing with other people. Their distinct dance style, Pokemoneo , whose origins are debated but may be connected to the Pokémon franchise, was a key aspect of their culture. They heavily utilized the internet, with Fotolog and MSN Messenger as their primary communication platforms.

The subculture's decline in the late-2000s was attributed to online harassment and violent threats, leading to its eventual disappearance or significant reduction. Its current presence is uncertain, with some arguing that the subculture disappeared as a distinct group by 2012.

Some common characteristics of Pokemón fashion are:

The Pokemón subculture exhibited a mix of different characteristics. While sharing a generally optimistic worldview and pacifist, open-minded values akin to Punks , and to a lesser extent Emos , they also displayed a strong focus on fantasy, alternative fashion, and elaborate anime-inspired hairstyles, influenced by fictional characters like Goku from Dragon Ball . Critics perceived this focus on appearance and a reluctance to embrace traditional markers of adulthood as childish. The name " Pokemón ," popularized by detractors and amplified by Chilean media, reflected this perceived immaturity, although the subculture was also previously known as " HxCitos " or "Hardcoritos." A significant portion of Pokemón members identified as LGBTQ+, particularly bisexual and/or polyamorous.

Some activities practiced by Pokemones included:

In Chile, the Pokemón subculture faced significant backlash from both the general public and members of various alternative subcultures. This stemmed from perceptions of plagiarism, the subculture's perceived " cringe " aesthetic, and instances of public sexual activity, including by minors. Media demonization further fueled this animosity, with some Pokemones seeking attention through public indecency.

Notably, Punks , Skinheads , gatekeeper Emos , Metalheads , and Hip-Hop fans were among the local subcultures and scenes opposed to the Pokemones. This opposition manifested in violent threats, primarily from far-right groups and Chilean nationalists, as well as verbal abuse. Escalating violence, including physical assaults in clubs and bars, prompted the Chilean government to launch an anti-violence campaign, "Foundation for a Better Future,"  in 2008. Consequently, the Pokemón subculture began to decline in the late-2000s and had largely faded from the mainstream by 2012.