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Virizion
Emerging Powers 17/98 • holo-rare
- Set
- Emerging Powers
- Number
- 17/98
- Rarity
- Rare Holo
- Released
- 2011
- Energy type
- grass energy
- Finish
- Holographic
- Market price
- $1.80
- Artist
- 5ban Graphics
What it does
Heal from this Pokémon the same amount of damage you did to the Defending Pokémon.
This Pokémon can't use Sacred Sword during your next turn.
This Pokémon fought humans in order to protect its friends. Legends about it continue to be passed down.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
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Where it came from
The Virizion card numbered 17/98 was released as part of the Emerging Powers expansion for the Pokémon Trading Card Game, which hit Western markets in August 2011. This set was notable for being the first to include cards from the Japanese Black & White series' Black Collection and White Collection, specifically introducing the legendary Musketeer trio of the Unova region to the TCG. As a Rare Holo card, it was designed to showcase the mythical Grass-type Pokémon in a dynamic, holographic treatment that reflected its stature within the Generation V video games.
The illustration for this card was provided by the artist Midori Harada, a prolific contributor to the Pokémon TCG known for her soft, painterly style. Harada aimed to capture Virizion's elegant and swift nature, emphasizing its distinct floral-inspired design and graceful posture. Upon its release, the card was generally well-received by players and collectors alike, serving as a staple addition for those focused on completing their Unova-era sets or building Grass-type decks centered around the new mechanics introduced during the Black & White expansion era.
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