Pokemon was already ruined forever a long time ago (IMHO, it lost it's epicness after it went into more of a "Fantasy" setting (RSE) rather than a "Japanese" one (GSC, but not RBY) I liked the kimono girls, the shrines, and the music. I never played RSE, but I did play DPP and HGSS).
It's a still-moving trainwreck, like the Phantom Train from FFVI.
Now where's that Phoenix Down?
I think we need some Terry Funk in this Thread.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lz8RohaIqH0
December 14, 2000 - You can now play as a girl character. Pokémon is ruined...FOREVER!
February 27, 1996 - Pokémon is released, by Nintendo, of all people. Pokémon is ruined...FOREVER!