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Pinsir
Twilight Masquerade 168/167 • ultra-rare
- Set
- Twilight Masquerade
- Number
- 168/167
- Rarity
- Illustration Rare
- Released
- 2024
- Energy type
- grass energy
- Finish
- Full art
- Market price
- $16.03
- Artist
- Yukihiro Tada
What it does
Discard all Energy from this Pokémon. At the end of your opponent's next turn, the Defending Pokémon will be Knocked Out.
These Pokémon judge one another based on pincers. Thicker, more impressive pincers make for more popularity with the opposite gender.
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Where it came from
Released in the 2024 Twilight Masquerade expansion, this Illustration Rare version of Pinsir showcases the artistic direction of the Scarlet & Violet era, which places a heavy emphasis on capturing Pokémon in their natural habitats. The expansion itself draws inspiration from the aesthetic and themes of the Kitakami region, reflecting a shift toward more painterly, expressive card designs that move beyond the traditional stock art styles found in earlier sets.
The card was illustrated by Tetsu Kayama, an artist known for bringing a tactile, textured quality to Pokémon illustrations. By focusing on the jagged, imposing form of Pinsir, the design emphasizes the creature's intimidating presence in the wild. Upon release, the card was received well by collectors who favor the narrative-driven approach of the Illustration Rare subset, which prioritizes atmospheric storytelling and high-quality artistic composition over competitive playability.
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