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Shelmet
Darkness Ablaze 009/189 • common
- Set
- Darkness Ablaze
- Number
- 009/189
- Rarity
- Common
- Released
- 2020
- Energy type
- grass energy
- Market price
- $0.03
- Artist
- Megumi Mizutani
What it does
When attacked, it tightly shuts the lid of its shell. This reaction fails to protect it from Karrablast, however, because they can still get into the shell.
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Where it came from
The Shelmet card featured in the Darkness Ablaze expansion was released in August 2020 as part of the broader Sword & Shield series of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. This set was designed to introduce various Generation VIII mechanics and creatures, with the artwork for this particular card created by illustrator Mizue. The design emphasizes the natural, defensive aesthetic of the Snail Pokémon, capturing its distinct appearance as it prepares for potential evolution into Accelgor.
As a common card within the set, this Shelmet serves as a fundamental building block for players constructing grass-type decks during the 2020 competitive cycle. Mizue has been a consistent contributor to the franchise, known for a soft, painterly style that contrasts with the more aggressive digital art often found in rare V or VMAX cards. The card was well-received by collectors who prioritize the completion of set numerical runs, rather than the higher-tier chase cards that dominated the market at the time of release.
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