The YouTube channel “PokéNational Geographic,” known for its documentary-style Pokémon videos, has been removed after its creator reported receiving several copyright strikes from Nintendo of America. The channel produces animated shorts that present Pokémon as if they existed in real-world ecosystems, using an educational, nature-documentary format.
According to creator Elious, the strikes were issued within a short period of time and affected a large portion of the channel’s content. In a video update, he stated that the channel was facing termination under YouTube’s three-strike policy, which ultimately resulted in removal after repeated violations.
Multiple strikes
The creator claims that dozens of videos were flagged in a short window, with some reports indicating that around 20 videos were included across multiple strikes.
Under YouTube’s system, accumulating three active copyright strikes can trigger a countdown to channel deletion if the issue is not resolved. In this case, the creator indicated that the channel could be removed within days if the strikes remain in place.
The videos in question use Pokémon-related assets, which are owned by Nintendo and The Pokémon Company. While the creator has suggested the content may fall under fair use, copyright enforcement ultimately depends on rights holders and platform review processes.
What this means for fan content
Copyright enforcement like this can affect fan-made projects, even when they are not directly monetizing or replicating original material in full.
Nintendo has historically taken a strict approach to protecting its intellectual property, including issuing takedown requests for fan games, videos, and other derivative works.
This means that using recognizable characters, audio, or visual elements can still lead to enforcement actions, regardless of format or intent. As of May 5th, 2026, the channel has been removed from YoUTube and leads to a “404 not found” page.