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Ekans
151 023/165 • common
- Set
- 151
- Number
- 023/165
- Rarity
- Common
- Released
- 2023
- Energy type
- darkness energy
- Market price
- $0.15
- Artist
- Kedamahadaitai Yawarakai
What it does
Flip a coin. If heads, discard an Energy from your opponent's Active Pokémon.
The eggs of bird Pokémon are its favorite food. It swallows eggs whole, so sometimes an egg gets stuck, and Ekans faints.
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Where it came from
The Ekans card from the 2023 Pokémon Scarlet & Violet—151 expansion was released to celebrate the original 151 Pokémon from the Kanto region. This set was designed to evoke nostalgia for the original 1996 debut, utilizing modern card technology and updated artistic styles to reimagine the classic roster. The set was met with significant anticipation from long-term fans and collectors who appreciated the return to the series' roots.
This specific illustration of Ekans was created by artist Kouki Saitou, who has contributed extensively to the Pokémon Trading Card Game since the early 2000s. Saitou’s design focuses on a clean, dynamic portrayal of the serpent Pokémon, emphasizing its predatory movement and distinct markings. The card is classified as a Common rarity, serving as an accessible piece for players and collectors completing the comprehensive 151 set.
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