Most Original? Pokemon vs Digimon vs Yu-gi-oh vs Bakugan vs Monster Rancher vs Magi Nation?

[MKF30]

Was wondering which do you guys think is the best series? Most original?

Pokemon? Digimon? Yu-gi-oh? Bakugan? Monster Rancher? Magi Nation?

BTW, this goes for overall or every category. TV shows, comics/books, games, best characters, concept, story etc

Break it down however you'd like.

Apparently, though some have posted several of what they believe to be Pokemon ripoffs.

http://www.toplessrobot.com/2009/04/the_9_most_blatant_pokemon_rip-offs.php

http://www.hardcoregamer.com/2013/08/31/the-top-five-pokemon-impostors/54015/

Thoughts?

I used to watch Pokemon and know the games are solid, I've had some friends tell me Digimon and Monster Rancher are better. :-/

 

[MKF30]

I personally enjoyed Pokemon and Magi Nation way back especially. Game wise, Pokemon for sure. I still enjoyed Pokemon Stadium. If anyone's played that game.