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Palkia LV.X
DP Black Star Promos DP18/56 • promo
- Set
- DP Black Star Promos
- Number
- DP18/56
- Rarity
- Promo
- Released
- 2007
- Energy type
- water energy
- Market price
- $69.28
- Artist
- Ryo Ueda
What it does
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may have your opponent switch 1 of your Active Pokémon with 1 of your Benched Pokémon. Then, you switch 1 of the Defending Pokémon with 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. This power can't be used if Palkia is affected by a Special Condition.
You may move all Energy cards attached to Palkia to your Benched Pokémon in any way you like. (Ignore this effect if you don't have any Benched Pokémon.)
Put this card onto your Active Palkia. Palkia LV.X can use any attack, Poké-Power, or Poké-Body from its previous level.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- ExpandedNot legal
- UnlimitedLegal
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Where it came from
The Palkia LV.X card, numbered DP18 in the DP Black Star Promos series, was released in 2008 to coincide with the broader Diamond and Pearl era of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. These promotional cards were typically distributed through organized play events, retail blisters, or specific tie-in merchandise, serving as a bridge for players to access powerful 'Level X' mechanics that debuted in the core sets. The inclusion of Palkia, the spatial mascot of Pokémon Pearl, was intended to capitalize on the success of the fourth generation of the video games.
The design follows the distinct visual language of the LV.X cards, featuring a foil texture that extends across the artwork and a unique character portrait that breaks the traditional frame boundaries. Created during an era when the game was heavily emphasizing high-powered, stage-based evolutions, the Palkia card was praised by the competitive community for its 'Restructure' Poké-Power, which allowed players to manipulate the active Pokémon on the field. This design choice solidified its utility in tournament decks of the time, making it a sought-after staple for both collectors and strategic players.
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