Chandelure-EX

Chandelure-EX (77/113) was released as part of the Legendary Treasures expansion in late 2013, serving as a late-cycle set for the Black & White series of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. This set was designed to consolidate various previously released Japanese cards and reprints, functioning as a retrospective celebration of the generation before the transition to the XY series. The card features the Luring Ghost Pokémon in its evolved form, maintaining the aggressive playstyle characteristic of EX-series cards, which provided high hit points and powerful abilities at the cost of surrendering two prize cards upon being knocked out.

The artwork for this specific card was rendered by Eske Yoshinob, an illustrator known for a distinct, high-contrast style that emphasizes dramatic lighting. In this piece, Yoshinob utilizes the violet and ghostly aesthetic of the Psychic-type Chandelure to create a menacing presence that fits the card’s ultra-rare holographic treatment. While it was not a centerpiece of the competitive meta during its peak, it remains a favorite among collectors for its striking aesthetic and its representation of the fifth-generation roster during the final stages of the Black & White era.