Nintendo DS Lite Pokemon Special Edition Red Console w/ AC Adapter & Games
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Nintendo DS Lite Pokemon Special Edition Red Console w/ AC Adapter & Games
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Full Specifications
| color | Red |
|---|---|
| edition | Pokemon Special Edition |
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