The Charizard AR-1 Reverse Holo is a 2009 Pokémon TCG card from the Arceus set, featuring the iconic Fire-type Stage 2 Pokémon with the Fire Formation ability.
Charizard
2009 • Pokémon • Arceus
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The Charizard AR-1 Reverse Holo from the 2009 Pokémon Arceus set represents a significant milestone for fans of the franchise. As card number 1 in the AR set, this product features the legendary Fire-type Pokémon in its Stage 2 form, boasting 140 HP. The card is distinguished by its Reverse Holo finish, which provides a shimmering visual contrast to the standard foil treatments found in other releases. Charizard evolves from Charmeleon and brings the Fire Formation ability to the battlefield. This ability allows each of Charizard's attacks to deal 10 additional damage for every Fire Pokémon on your Bench, making it a strategic asset in gameplay. Its attacks include Fire Wing, dealing 30 damage, and Burning Tail, which deals 80 damage but requires discarding a Fire Energy. With a retreat cost of 3, the card requires careful energy management during play. Collectors often seek out this card for its low catalog number and distinctive treatment. The Arceus set remains a notable era in Pokémon TCG history, and this reverse holo variant appeals to those focusing on set completion or parallel collecting.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Charizard
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Holo Rare
Kagemaru Himeno
Card Stock
English
Reverse Holo
140
Fire
Stage 2
Charmeleon
Water +30
Fighting -20
3
6
Card Text
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Ability: Fire Formation
Each of Charizard's attacks does 10 more damage for each Fire Pokémon on your Bench to your opponent's Active Pokémon (before applying Weakness and Resistance).
Attack: Fire Wing (30)
Attack: Burning Tail (80)
Discard a Fire Energy attached to Charizard.