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Moltres
Fossil 12/62 • holo-rare
- Set
- Fossil
- Number
- 12/62
- Rarity
- Rare Holo
- Released
- 1999
- Energy type
- fire energy
- Finish
- Cosmos
- Market price
- $196.62
- Artist
- Mitsuhiro Arita
What it does
You may discard any number of Fire Energy cards attached to Moltres when you use this attack. If you do, discard that many cards from the top of your opponent's deck.
Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing.
Known as the legendary bird of fire. Every flap of its wings creates a dazzling flash of flames.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- ExpandedNot legal
- UnlimitedLegal
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Where it came from
The Moltres card, numbered 12/62, was released in the Fossil expansion of the Pokémon Trading Card Game in 1999. As the third expansion set, it was designed to introduce the legendary birds and prehistoric Pokémon featured in the first generation of video games, filling the gap left by the Jungle set. The artwork for this card was provided by Mitsuhiro Arita, one of the most prolific and iconic illustrators in the history of the franchise, who sought to capture the fiery, ethereal nature of the phoenix-like creature against a dramatic, swirling background.
This holographic card was a centerpiece for collectors during the height of the late-nineties trading card boom. It reflects the distinct aesthetic shift of the Fossil set, which moved away from the lush, verdant settings of Jungle toward more barren, ancient landscapes. Upon release, it was highly sought after by players for its Power Flame attack, which allowed for aggressive play, and remains a nostalgic touchstone for enthusiasts who grew up during the original expansion era.
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