Hey there, Camden. You've been playing for a year and a half? That must be an interesting time to start with the franchise. :3 I'm glad that you stuck with us throughout, and even bothered to play the old ones despite the graphics downgrade! Now that you mention it, I have to say, I always wondered how it must have felt if you started in Gen V (which was a wonderful generation, if I do say so myself). Like what you'd think of the old Pokémon designs you haven't seen before had you played the older games. So yeah, what did you think about them? XD; Hopefully you thought Squirtle was cute. :D
Wait a sec, you're a younger sibling, then? Well, me too! We both have bros who got into the franchise before us. I'm happy to have something in common with ya. Although I did get into it at the same generation as my brothers, so I am a little more advanced with the franchise, haha.
Like everyone has said, definitely check out our X and Y section and join in the fun of speculating. I'm still waiting for more news about it, but I'm really excited and happy with Gen VI so far! Hope to see you and get to speculate with you there! Oh and good luck with your future hacking endeavors! Emulation boards are thriving, as always, so you'll surely enjoy it there.
Welcome to the forums, Camden! Stay active, and have a great time.