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Unown
Unseen Forces N/115 • rare
- Set
- Unseen Forces
- Number
- N/115
- Rarity
- Rare
- Released
- 2005
- Energy type
- psychic energy
- Market price
- $38.06
- Artist
- Nakaoka
What it does
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may search your deck for another Unown and switch it with Unown. (Any cards attached to Unown, damage counters, Special Conditions, and effects on it are now on the new Pokémon.) If you do, put Unown on top of your deck. Shuffle your deck afterward. You can't use more than 1 Shuffle Poké-Power each turn.
Remove 5 damage counters from Unown. (All if there are less than 5.)
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- ExpandedNot legal
- UnlimitedLegal
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Where it came from
The Unown [N] card was released as part of the EX Unseen Forces expansion in 2005. This set was designed to focus heavily on the Johto region, specifically highlighting the mysterious, alphabet-shaped Pokémon known as Unown. The set's aesthetic was deeply rooted in the lore of the Ruins of Alph, aiming to evoke a sense of ancient exploration and archaeological discovery that resonated with players and collectors of the era.
The card features artwork by the frequent franchise illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita. True to his signature style, Arita emphasized the enigmatic and minimalist design of the creature, placing the Unown against a backdrop that suggests its ethereal, lingering presence within ruins. Upon its release, the card was notable for its inclusion in the specialized 'Unown' gameplay mechanics that allowed for unique deck synergy, leading to its favorable reception among competitive players who utilized the full alphabet collection.
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