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Staryu
HeartGold & SoulSilver 84/123 • common
- Set
- HeartGold & SoulSilver
- Number
- 84/123
- Rarity
- Common
- Released
- 2010
- Energy type
- water energy
- Market price
- $5.61
- Artist
- Kagemaru Himeno
What it does
At night, the center of its body slowly flickers with the same rhythm as a human heartbeat.
Where you can play it
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Where it came from
The Staryu card, numbered 84/123, was released as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver expansion for the Pokémon Trading Card Game, which debuted in early 2010. This set was designed to coincide with the release of the Nintendo DS video games of the same name, reflecting the series' return to the Johto region. The card features artwork by Midori Harada, a long-time illustrator for the franchise known for a soft, painterly approach that emphasizes the natural environment of the Pokémon.
As a common card within the set, Staryu served as a fundamental building block for players, specifically intended for water-type decks of the era. The design focuses on a simplistic, serene depiction of the Pokémon, consistent with the set's broader aesthetic goals to capture the nostalgic atmosphere of the Johto games. Upon release, the expansion was well-received by the player base for its inclusion of new mechanics, such as Pokémon Prime cards, which successfully integrated the classic feel of the original series with modern gameplay innovations.
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