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Trapinch
Dragon 78/97 • common
- Set
- Dragon
- Number
- 78/97
- Rarity
- Common
- Released
- 2003
- Energy type
- fighting energy
- Market price
- $2.55
- Artist
- Yuka Morii
What it does
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Where it came from
Trapinch 78/97 was released in the Dragon expansion of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, which debuted in late 2003. This set marked a significant transitional period for the game, as it was one of the first sets produced by The Pokémon Company International following the transfer of the license from Wizards of the Coast. The Dragon set is remembered for its focus on the newly introduced Dragon-type Pokémon and the aesthetic shift that defined the early EX era of the game.
The card features artwork by illustrator Naoyo Kimura, a prolific contributor to the series known for a distinctively clean and minimalist style. In this depiction, Trapinch is shown in its natural desert habitat, emphasizing its grounded, earth-based classification. As a common card, it served as a foundational element for players building deck strategies involving the Trapinch evolution line, remaining a staple of the era's competitive environment due to its accessibility.
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