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Dustox
Ruby & Sapphire 6/109 • holo-rare
- Set
- Ruby & Sapphire
- Number
- 6/109
- Rarity
- Rare Holo
- Released
- 2003
- Energy type
- grass energy
- Finish
- Cosmos
- Market price
- $20.23
- Artist
- Midori Harada
What it does
Prevent all effects of attacks, except damage, done to Dustox by the Attacking Pokémon.
The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned. Put 2 damage counters instead of 1 on the Defending Pokémon between turns.
Where you can play it
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Where it came from
Released in 2003 as part of the Ruby & Sapphire expansion, the Dustox card (6/109) marked the arrival of the Generation III Pokémon in the Trading Card Game. This set was a significant milestone for the franchise, serving as the debut of the EX-series mechanics and introducing the updated card layout that transitioned away from the Wizard of the Coast era. As a Rare Holo card, it showcased the modern aesthetic shift that defined the game during the transition to Pokémon USA management.
The card features artwork by illustrator Naoyo Kimura, who chose a dynamic, high-contrast style typical of the early Ruby & Sapphire era. By focusing on the moth-like appearance of the creature, the design aimed to emphasize its status as a Stage 2 evolution within the Grass type hierarchy. Upon release, the set was well-received by players looking to adapt to the new power levels introduced by the third generation, though Dustox remained a collector-focused centerpiece due to its distinct holographic pattern.
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