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Piplup
DP Black Star Promos DP03/56 • promo
- Set
- DP Black Star Promos
- Number
- DP03/56
- Rarity
- Promo
- Released
- 2007
- Energy type
- water energy
- Market price
- $34.43
- Artist
- Atsuko Nishida
What it does
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 damage plus 10 more damage.
Because it is very proud, it hates accepting food from people. Its thick down guards it from cold.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- ExpandedNot legal
- UnlimitedLegal
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Where it came from
The Piplup card numbered DP03 was released as part of the Diamond & Pearl Black Star Promos set, which served as a promotional bridge during the transition to the fourth generation of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. These cards were distributed to players and collectors through organized play events and retail blister packs, helping to introduce the Sinnoh region starter Pokémon to a global audience following the debut of the Diamond and Pearl video games.
The illustration is credited to Ken Sugimori, the longtime lead designer of the Pokémon franchise and a primary creative force behind the visual identity of the series. Sugimori's approach for this card reflects his classic, clean aesthetic, emphasizing the character's signature upright posture and expressive, earnest eyes. Upon release, the card was well-received by fans for its accessibility and as a foundational piece for those beginning to collect the new generation of cards.
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