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Articuno #45 from Pokémon Web - Rare Holo - Illustrated by Naoyo Kimura
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Articuno

#45/48 in Pokémon Web, Rare Holo, illustrated by Naoyo Kimura.

Card number
#45/48
Rarity
Rare Holo
Language
Japanese
Release date
October 20, 2001
Illustrator
Naoyo Kimura
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Collector Notes

Articuno

Articuno appears in the Japanese print of Pokémon Web, released on October 20, 2001. Articuno is a rare holo rarity. The Pokémon Web set contains 48 cards.

Artist Info

This card's illustration was created by Naoyo Kimura.

Collector Insights

Articuno is a Pokémon card from the Pokémon Web set, released on October 20, 2001. It is numbered 45 and classified as a Rare Holo card. The card features artwork by Naoyo Kimura and has a base HP of 70. Its sole attack, Diamond Dust, requires three Water Energy to use and deals 20 damage. The attack’s effect involves flipping a coin, where heads results in the Defending Pokémon being Paralyzed. Additionally, this attack inflicts 10 damage to each of the opponent’s Benched Pokémon, bypassing their Weakness and Resistance. The card’s flavor text alludes to a storm’s power, emphasizing its elemental connection. Articuno’s design and mechanics reflect its association with cold, icy environments. This card remains a notable entry in the Pokémon TCG’s early expansions.

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