You can choose a starter Pokemon in your dashboard.
Pokemon have been moved to where the Battle system will be located, so you'll be able to see them again soon.
I'm also working on a Pokedex.
I do listen to and take into consideration users feedback.
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Updates: 6/2/2016
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Added cap to Poke Shop, you will no longer generate more than your daily income amount unless you claim.
The claimable amount is capped to the daily income amount.