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Charmander
Burning Shadows 18a/147 • common
- Set
- Burning Shadows
- Number
- 18a/147
- Rarity
- Common
- Released
- 2017
- Energy type
- fire energy
- Market price
- €15.60
- Artist
- Masakazu Fukuda
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
The Charmander card numbered 18a/147 was released as part of the Burning Shadows expansion of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, which debuted in August 2017. As an 'a' suffix variant, this specific iteration was distributed as a promotional inclusion, most notably found in the Burning Shadows Alolan Sandslash or Alolan Ninetales blister packs. The expansion itself focused on the inclusion of powerful GX cards and reflected the broader Sun and Moon era of the game, which emphasized modernized art styles and strategic play mechanics.
The card features illustration work that aligns with the established aesthetic of the Sun and Moon series, characterized by vibrant colors and a focus on the Pokémon's dynamic presence in its environment. While the Charmander card from this set is a common rarity, it remains a point of interest for completionist collectors who seek to organize their sets by specific release codes and regional variants. It serves as a classic representation of the Fire-type starter, maintaining the traditional design lineage that has defined the character since its original introduction.
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