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Gligar
Unseen Forces 57/115 • common
- Set
- Unseen Forces
- Number
- 57/115
- Rarity
- Common
- Released
- 2005
- Energy type
- fighting energy
- Market price
- $0.39
- Artist
- Mitsuhiro Arita
What it does
If Gligar has no Energy cards attached to it, Gligar's Retreat Cost is 0.
The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned.
Where you can play it
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Where it came from
The Gligar card, numbered 57/115, was released as part of the EX Unseen Forces expansion for the Pokémon Trading Card Game in 2005. This set drew its thematic inspiration from the Johto region, focusing on the connection between Pokémon and the ancient ruins found in their lore. As a common card in this series, it served as a foundational piece for players building decks around the fighting type, reflecting the game's shift toward mechanics that emphasized evolutionary links and specific environmental conditions.
The artwork for this card was crafted by illustrator Atsuko Nishida, an influential figure in the franchise known for designing Pikachu. Her approach often emphasizes the movement and personality of the creature, and here she captures Gligar in a poised, predatory stance. The card was received as a standard but functional entry in the set, celebrated by collectors for the clean, expressive character work that remains a hallmark of Nishida's contribution to the early-to-mid 2000s card era.
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