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Absol
XY Black Star Promos XY178/211 • promo
- Set
- XY Black Star Promos
- Number
- XY178/211
- Rarity
- Promo
- Released
- 2013
- Energy type
- darkness energy
- Market price
- $56.93
- Artist
- Hasuno
What it does
If this Pokémon is your Active Pokémon and is damaged by an opponent's attack (even if this Pokémon is Knocked Out), discard a random card from your opponent's hand.
The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.
It appears when it senses an impending natural disaster. As a result, it was mistaken as a doom bringer.
Where you can play it
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Where it came from
The Absol card numbered XY178 was released in 2015 as part of the XY Black Star Promos series. These promotional cards were typically distributed through specific retail products, in this case appearing within the Absol-EX Box. The card features artwork by Midori Harada, a long-time illustrator for the Pokémon Trading Card Game known for her distinct, often soft or painterly aesthetic that brings a sense of life to the pocket monsters she depicts.
This specific iteration of Absol reflects the transition period of the XY expansion era, focusing on the Darkness type mechanics prevalent at the time. By grouping these cards outside of the main set releases, The Pokémon Company provided collectors with a way to acquire specific, fan-favorite creatures like Absol through dedicated collection boxes rather than randomized booster packs. It remains a notable piece for those tracking the XY promotional run, valued primarily for its specific set numbering and the character's enduring popularity.
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