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Emboar
Black & White 20/114 • holo-rare
- Set
- Black & White
- Number
- 20/114
- Rarity
- Rare Holo
- Released
- 2011
- Energy type
- fire energy
- Finish
- Holographic
- Market price
- $4.52
- Artist
- 5ban Graphics
What it does
As often as you like during your turn (before your attack), you may attach a Fire Energy card from your hand to 1 of your Pokémon.
It can throw a fire punch by setting its fists on fire with its fiery chin. It cares deeply about its friends.
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Where it came from
Released in the 2011 Black & White expansion, this Emboar card represents a pivotal moment in the Pokémon Trading Card Game as it introduced the fifth generation of creatures to the tabletop experience. The design was crafted to highlight the bulky, powerful aesthetic of the Fire-type starter's final evolution, featuring artwork by 50 Graphics that emphasizes its imposing stature and flame-wreathed appearance. As a Rare Holo, it was a sought-after pull for players looking to utilize its signature ability, Inferno Fandango, which allowed for rapid energy acceleration.
The card belongs to the inaugural set of the Black & White era, which marked a significant shift in card design and game mechanics intended to streamline play for new collectors and competitive players alike. The holographic treatment was applied to enhance the fire imagery, aligning with the dramatic aesthetic shift that characterized the transition into the Unova region. It remains a representative piece of early 2010s card art, capturing the bold, sharp lines that defined the franchise's visual direction during that period.
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