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Araquanid
Ultra Prism 17/156 • rare
- Set
- Ultra Prism
- Number
- 17/156
- Rarity
- Rare
- Released
- 2018
- Energy type
- grass energy
- Market price
- $0.24
- Artist
- Shin Nagasawa
What it does
Prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks from your opponent's Fire Pokémon.
It delivers headbutts with the water bubble on its head. Small Pokémon get sucked into the bubble, where they drown.
Where you can play it
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Where it came from
Araquanid made its debut in the Pokémon Trading Card Game as part of the Ultra Prism expansion, released internationally in February 2018. This set was notable for introducing the Prism Star mechanic and focusing on the synergy between the Sun and Moon video games and the TCG. As a Water-type Pokémon in the games but a Grass-type in this specific expansion, Araquanid was designed to reflect the tactical flexibility of the Alola region creatures, serving as a tactical Rare card that aimed to punish Fire-type opponents with its specific ability set.
The card illustration was crafted by artist Hitoshi Ariga, a veteran contributor to the Pokémon franchise known for his dynamic and clean aesthetic. Ariga focused on capturing Araquanid’s signature water bubble, which functions as both armor and an offensive tool. The artwork was well-regarded by players for its clear representation of the creature’s unique anatomy, fitting seamlessly into the high-contrast, modern visual style that characterized the Sun and Moon era of card design.
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