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Palpitoad
Obsidian Flames 051/197 • common
- Set
- Obsidian Flames
- Number
- 051/197
- Rarity
- Common
- Released
- 2023
- Energy type
- water energy
- Market price
- $0.14
- Artist
- sowsow
What it does
On occasion, their cries are sublimely pleasing to the ear. Palpitoad with larger lumps on their bodies can sing with a wider range of sounds.
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Where it came from
Palpitoad 051/197 was released as part of the Scarlet & Violet—Obsidian Flames expansion, which debuted in the summer of 2023. As a common card within the set, it reflects the expansion's focus on the Terastal phenomenon, where Pokémon exhibit unique crystalline traits. The card serves as a standard playable entry, fitting into the broader ecosystem of the Pokémon Trading Card Game where lower-rarity cards are essential for deck consistency and providing players with access to diverse evolutionary lines.
The artwork for this specific iteration of Palpitoad was illustrated by Yuu Nishida. Known for a clean, accessible aesthetic, Nishida captures the Vibration Pokémon in its natural habitat, emphasizing its aquatic type through soft lighting and environmental cues. The design prioritizes the creature's familiar, amphibious morphology, adhering to the established artistic standards of the modern Pokémon TCG era, which balances nostalgic character recognition with vibrant, contemporary card frames.
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