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Ho-Oh
Unseen Forces 27/115 • rare
- Set
- Unseen Forces
- Number
- 27/115
- Rarity
- Rare
- Released
- 2005
- Energy type
- fire energy
- Market price
- $7.73
- Artist
- Kouki Saitou
What it does
Flip a coin. If heads, choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 60 damage to that Pokémon. This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness or Resistance.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- ExpandedNot legal
- UnlimitedLegal
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Where it came from
The Ho-Oh card, numbered 27/115, was released as part of the Pokémon Trading Card Game expansion titled EX Unseen Forces in 2005. This set was notable for its heavy focus on the Johto region's legendary Pokémon, introduced previously in the Gold and Silver video games. The expansion was developed by The Pokémon Company and Wizards of the Coast's successor, Creatures Inc., to revitalize interest in the second generation of creatures by integrating them into the then-current EX game mechanics.
The illustration for this card was crafted by artist Hironobu Yoshida, who has contributed extensively to the franchise's visual identity. Yoshida utilized a dynamic, bold style to capture the majestic, avian nature of Ho-Oh, placing the legendary Pokémon against a stylized backdrop that emphasizes its fire typing. Upon release, the set was well-received by competitive players and collectors alike, particularly for the introduction of unique mechanics like Pokémon-ex and the return of various fan-favorite legendary entities to the competitive meta.
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