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Charmander
Burning Shadows 18/147 • common
- Set
- Burning Shadows
- Number
- 18/147
- Rarity
- Common
- Released
- 2017
- Energy type
- fire energy
- Market price
- $0.26
- Artist
- Kagemaru Himeno
What it does
The flame on its tail indicates Charmander's life force. If it is healthy, the flame burns brightly.
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Where it came from
Released in August 2017 as part of the Burning Shadows expansion for the Pokémon Trading Card Game, this Charmander card continues the long-standing tradition of featuring the iconic Kanto starter in various artistic interpretations. The set itself was designed to introduce new mechanics and powerful GX cards to the Sun & Moon series, focusing on the themes of light and shadow within the Alolan region.
The artwork for this specific card was illustrated by sui, who opted for a serene, naturalistic depiction of Charmander resting in a lush, grassy environment. The design prioritizes a tranquil tone, distinguishing it from the more action-oriented illustrations often found on rare cards in the same set. It was received by players and collectors primarily as a standard common card, valued more for its aesthetic contribution to the set's broader visual storytelling than for competitive gameplay utility.
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