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Arceus
Arceus AR2/99 • rare
- Set
- Arceus
- Number
- AR2/99
- Rarity
- Rare
- Released
- 2009
- Energy type
- grass energy
- Market price
- $40.07
- Artist
- Shin Nagasawa
What it does
Remove 3 damage counters from each of your Benched Pokémon.
You may have as many of this card in your deck as you like.
It is said to have emerged from an egg in a place where there was nothing, then shaped the world.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
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Where it came from
The Arceus card (AR2/99) was released in 2009 as part of the Platinum—Arceus expansion for the Pokémon Trading Card Game. This set was notable for introducing the Arceus card type, a unique mechanic featuring the Mythical Pokémon Arceus in various elemental forms. These cards were designed to represent the multifaceted nature of the character, with each card in the subset utilizing distinct, ethereal artwork that highlights the god-like status of the creature within Pokémon lore.
The artwork for this specific card was created by artist Kent Kanetsuna. Kanetsuna opted for a flowing, illustrative style that captures Arceus in a serene yet powerful posture, emphasizing its connection to the Grass type. Upon its release, the set was well-received by players and collectors alike for its focus on a singular, legendary figure, providing a cohesive aesthetic experience that departed from the standard elemental groupings seen in previous expansions.
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