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Misty's Poliwrath
Gym Heroes 31/132 • rare
- Set
- Gym Heroes
- Number
- 31/132
- Rarity
- Rare
- Released
- 2000
- Energy type
- water energy
- Market price
- $37.93
- Artist
- Ken Sugimori
What it does
Does 10 damage to each Pokémon that isn't Water on each player's Bench. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- ExpandedNot legal
- UnlimitedLegal
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Where it came from
Misty's Poliwrath was released as part of the Gym Heroes expansion in 2000, representing the transition of the Pokémon Trading Card Game into the 'Gym Leader' era. This set was designed to mimic the thematic decks used by the Kanto region's gym leaders in the video games and anime, allowing players to incorporate specific trainers' signature Pokémon into their strategies. The illustration by Ken Sugimori reflects the quintessential aesthetic of the early Wizards of the Coast era, utilizing clean lines and classic poses that define the foundational look of the franchise.
The card captures the aggressive nature of Poliwrath, a staple of the Cerulean City Gym Leader's roster. By focusing on Misty's association with the water-type Pokémon, the card design emphasizes her identity within the game's lore. Upon its release, the Gym Heroes set was met with significant enthusiasm from players and collectors alike, as it provided a narrative depth to the card game that bridged the gap between the competitive meta and the established character arcs of the Pokémon television series.
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