While we lack a firm idea of what the "year of the Eevee" entails, we do know a few things in the short term - and can make some fairly educated guesses about the long term. First, we start with what is known.

This was announced today via the official Pokémon website, which christened the year by announcing an array of Eevee-themed merchandise such as plush toys and Eeveelution statuet

Year of Eevee, according to the Pokémon Company. Branding showing Pokémon's Year of Eevee is now live on the franchise's Pokémon Center site, alongside an array of merchandise featuring the cute creature and its many evolutions including plushies and action figures.