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M Venusaur-EX
XY 2/146 • ultra-rare
- Set
- XY
- Number
- 2/146
- Rarity
- Rare Holo EX
- Released
- 2014
- Energy type
- grass energy
- Finish
- Holographic
- Market price
- $21.50
- Artist
- 5ban Graphics
What it does
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed and Poisoned.
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.
Where you can play it
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Where it came from
Released in early 2014 as part of the XY base expansion, M Venusaur-EX represents a significant shift in the Pokémon Trading Card Game mechanics. This card introduced the Mega Evolution mechanic to the TCG, a concept adapted directly from the Pokémon X and Y video games. The design team sought to capture the immense power of Mega-evolved creatures, resulting in an ultra-rare card that features a bold, foil-heavy aesthetic intended to distinguish these cards from standard EX prints.
The card was illustrated by 5ban Graphics, a professional studio known for their consistent 3D-rendered style that became a hallmark of the XY era. By focusing on a dynamic, high-impact pose for Venusaur, the illustrators aimed to emphasize its status as a cornerstone of the grass-type roster. Upon release, the card was well-received by players for its 'Flower Shield' ability, which provided a strategic defensive layer, cementing its place in the competitive landscape of the time.
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