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Salamence
Arceus 8/99 • holo-rare
- Set
- Arceus
- Number
- 8/99
- Rarity
- Rare Holo
- Released
- 2009
- Energy type
- colorless energy
- Finish
- Cosmos
- Market price
- $17.14
- Artist
- Shin Nagasawa
What it does
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may reveal the top card of your deck. If that card is a basic Energy card, attach it to 1 of your Pokémon. If that card isn't a basic Energy card, discard it. This power can't be used if Salamence is affected by a Special Condition.
Does 20 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
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Where it came from
The Salamence card from the Arceus set was released in 2009 as part of the Pokémon Trading Card Game's Platinum Series. This set served as a retrospective celebration of the Mythical Pokémon Arceus, integrating various mechanics and featuring a wide array of Pokémon from across the generations. The card was designed to highlight Salamence’s status as a powerful Dragon-type pseudo-legendary, fitting into the colorless typing system used for Dragon-type Pokémon during this era of the game.
The artwork for this specific card features the fierce Dragon-type Pokémon in a dynamic, high-contrast style typical of the Platinum-era aesthetic. Created during a period where the card game leaned heavily into complex holofoil patterns, the Rare Holo version utilized a distinct, sparkling texture that was highly sought after by players and collectors at the time. It was well-regarded for its competitive utility and its striking visual representation, serving as a standout card within the Arceus expansion.
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