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Absol
Roaring Skies 40/108 • holo-rare
- Set
- Roaring Skies
- Number
- 40/108
- Rarity
- Rare Holo
- Released
- 2015
- Energy type
- darkness energy
- Finish
- Holographic
- Market price
- $1.26
- Artist
- Kagemaru Himeno
What it does
When you play this Pokémon from your hand onto your Bench, you may move 3 damage counters from 1 of your opponent's Pokémon to another of his or her Pokémon.
This attack's damage isn't affected by Resistance.
It appears when it senses an impending natural disaster. As a result, it was mistaken as a doom bringer.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
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Where it came from
The Absol card numbered 40/108 was released in 2015 as part of the Roaring Skies expansion for the Pokémon Trading Card Game. This set was primarily centered around the legendary Dragon-type Pokémon Rayquaza and the introduction of new Mega Evolution mechanics, drawing its thematic inspiration from the Delta Species and the high-flying aesthetic of the Hoenn region's skies. Absol, a fan-favorite Dark-type Pokémon, was included in the set to flesh out the elemental diversity of the roster, bridging the gap between the dominant Dragon and Colorless types prevalent in the meta at the time.
The illustration for this card was handled by artist Kouki Saitou, who has been a prolific contributor to the Pokémon TCG since the early 2000s. Saitou’s approach to this piece utilizes his characteristic clean lines and dynamic poses, capturing Absol in a classic, alert stance that emphasizes the creature’s sharp features and sleek silhouette. The holographic foil pattern applied to this rare holo version reflects the artistic direction of the era, which aimed to make cards feel premium and visually engaging for both competitive players and casual collectors within the global hobbyist community.
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