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Chespin
XY Black Star Promos XY88/211 • promo
- Set
- XY Black Star Promos
- Number
- XY88/211
- Rarity
- Promo
- Released
- 2013
- Energy type
- grass energy
- Market price
- $8.47
- Artist
- Atsuko Nishida
What it does
Such a thick shell of wood covers its head and back that even a direct hit from a truck wouldn't faze it.
Where you can play it
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Where it came from
The Chespin card, designated XY88 within the XY Black Star Promos series, was released in 2016 as a promotional tie-in for the Pokémon Trading Card Game. These promotional cards were frequently distributed through specialized retail blister packs or organized play events, serving to bridge the gap between main expansion sets while highlighting specific starter Pokémon from the Kalos region.
The card features artwork by Midori Harada, a long-standing illustrator for the franchise known for a soft, watercolor-influenced aesthetic. In this piece, Chespin is rendered with a focus on its signature grass-type characteristics, adhering to the standard design language of the XY era which prioritized clean lines and accessible, inviting character portrayals that resonated with both younger players and dedicated collectors of the era.
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