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M Salamence-EX
XY Black Star Promos XY171/211 • promo
- Set
- XY Black Star Promos
- Number
- XY171/211
- Rarity
- Promo
- Released
- 2013
- Energy type
- dragon energy
- Market price
- $74.75
- Artist
- 5ban Graphics
What it does
Discard as many basic Fire Energy attached to this Pokémon as you like. This attack does 40 more damage for each Energy card you discarded in this way.
Mega Evolution rule: When 1 of your Pokémon becomes a Mega Evolution Pokémon, your turn ends.
Pokémon-EX rule: When a Pokémon-EX has been Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
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Where it came from
The M Salamence-EX card, designated as XY171, was released as part of the XY Black Star Promos set in the mid-2010s. It was designed to coincide with the Pokémon TCG's ongoing XY expansion, which introduced Mega Evolution mechanics to the trading card game. These promotional cards were typically distributed through specific retail blister packs or collection boxes, serving as a way to highlight powerful, fan-favorite Pokémon featured in the high-definition art style prevalent during the era.
The card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, a prolific studio known for producing the highly stylized, 3D-rendered aesthetic that defined the Mega Evolution cards of the XY era. By focusing on the aggressive, serpentine design of Mega Salamence, the illustration emphasizes the mechanical complexity and sheer force intended by the game's designers to represent the pinnacle of a Pokémon's potential. Upon its release, it was well-received by players and collectors for its competitive viability and the distinct visual appeal of its holographic finish.
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