What is a pog?

Pogs are small, round cardboard or plastic disks that were popular in the 1990s. They originated in Hawaii, where they were used as a game piece in a children's game called "Milk Cap". Pog sets typically come with a collection of 8 or 10 different designs, featuring cartoon characters, sports teams, and other popular images.

The game involves stacking the pogs, then using a heavier "slammer" to hit the stack and try to flip over as many pogs as possible. Players can keep the pogs they flip over, until all the pogs have been flipped and the game is over. Pogs were popular among kids of all ages, and could often be found in school yards, arcades, and trading card shops.

In addition to the classic game, pogs also evolved into a collectible hobby, with rare and limited edition sets becoming highly sought after by enthusiasts. While they experienced a decline in popularity in the late 1990s, pogs still hold a nostalgic place in the hearts of many who grew up with them.