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Ninetales
HeartGold & SoulSilver 7/123 • holo-rare
- Set
- HeartGold & SoulSilver
- Number
- 7/123
- Rarity
- Rare Holo
- Released
- 2010
- Energy type
- fire energy
- Finish
- Cosmos
- Market price
- $49.22
- Artist
- TOKIYA
What it does
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may discard a Fire Energy card from your hand. If you do, draw 3 cards. This power can't be used if Ninetales is affected by a Special Condition.
Its nine beautiful tails are filled with a wondrous energy that could keep it alive for 1,000 years.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- ExpandedNot legal
- UnlimitedLegal
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Where it came from
The Ninetales card from the HeartGold & SoulSilver expansion, released in 2010, marks a thematic return to the Johto region, celebrating the Nintendo DS remakes of the classic titles. This set was notable for introducing the LEGEND cards and reintroducing Pokémon Prime, reflecting a design shift toward more intricate, foil-heavy card treatments. As a Rare Holo card, the Ninetales illustration captures the creature in a dynamic, fiery pose, consistent with the aesthetic direction of the era which emphasized vibrant color palettes and textured backgrounds.
The artwork for this specific card was rendered by Kouki Saitou, a long-time illustrator for the Pokémon Trading Card Game known for his soft, expressive character work. Saitou's design for this Ninetales aimed to emphasize its mystical nature, utilizing the shimmering holographic foil to mimic the glow of its legendary tails. Upon its release, the card was well-received by players and collectors alike for its utility in gameplay and its status as a staple of the Fire-type roster within the HeartGold & SoulSilver series.
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