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Ariados
Unseen Forces 2/115 • holo-rare
- Set
- Unseen Forces
- Number
- 2/115
- Rarity
- Rare Holo
- Released
- 2005
- Energy type
- grass energy
- Finish
- Cosmos
- Market price
- $27.43
- Artist
- Mitsuhiro Arita
What it does
Does 10 damage plus 30 more damage for each Special Condition affecting the Defending Pokémon.
The Defending Pokémon is now Asleep and Poisoned. Before applying this effect, you may switch 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon with 1 of the Defending Pokémon. If you do, the new Defending Pokémon is now Asleep and Poisoned. Your opponent chooses the Defending Pokémon to switch.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- ExpandedNot legal
- UnlimitedLegal
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Where it came from
Ariados first appeared as a holographic rare in the 2005 Pokémon TCG expansion, Unseen Forces. This set was notable for its emphasis on the Johto region, featuring Pokémon originally introduced in the Gold and Silver video games. Released during the EX series era, the set is highly regarded by collectors for its inclusion of the coveted Gold Star cards and its introduction of Pokémon-ex, which added strategic depth to the competitive landscape.
The card features artwork by illustrator Kouki Saitou, whose work is defined by a clean, vibrant aesthetic that captures the creature's predatory nature. Saitou has been a prolific contributor to the franchise for years, known for balancing dynamic poses with clear, distinct linework. Upon its release, the card was well-received by players for its 'Spider Web' ability, which provided a unique stalling tactic, while collectors appreciated the shimmering holographic foil pattern typical of the high-quality standards set during the mid-2000s era.
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