Blitzle, Paradox Rift 195/182, ultra-rare

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Blitzle

Paradox Rift 195/182 • ultra-rare

Set: Paradox Rift
Number: 195/182
Rarity: Illustration Rare
Released: 2023
Energy type: Electric energy
Finish: Full art
Market price: $11.13
Artist: matazo

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Market

What it's worth

$11.13market price via TCGplayer · Aug 30, 2026$8.55 – $12.13 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As an Illustration Rare from the Paradox Rift set, this Blitzle card is prized for its unique artistic style that captures the Pokémon in a dynamic, expressive scene rather than a standard static pose. Collectors value these special art variants for their aesthetic quality and the way they provide a more immersive look at the Pokémon world compared to traditional card illustrations.

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Card face

What it does

60 HPBasic

Cost: lightning energyRear Kick10

Cost: lightning energy colorless energy colorless energyWild Charge50

This Pokémon also does 20 damage to itself.

Weaknessfighting energy×2Retreatcolorless energy

Its mane shines when it discharges electricity. They use the frequency and rhythm of these flashes to communicate.

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Provenance

Where it came from

Blitzle 195/182 was released in the 2023 Pokémon Trading Card Game expansion Paradox Rift. This set introduced the Ancient and Future categories, marking a significant mechanical shift in the game's meta-game. The card features a unique illustration style distinct from the standard set cards, as it is classified as an Illustration Rare, a rarity tier introduced in the Scarlet and Violet era to emphasize artistic storytelling and character immersion over traditional battle poses.

The artwork for this specific card was illustrated by kantaro, an artist known for their expressive and warm visual style within the Pokémon TCG community. In this piece, the artist captures Blitzle in a gentle, atmospheric moment rather than a high-energy combat scenario, focusing on the soft lighting of the environment. Upon release, this card was widely praised by collectors for its aesthetic quality, contributing to the broader trend of Illustration Rares becoming the most sought-after subset for visual appeal among modern players.

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About

About Blitzle

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