The Malamar trading card from the 2017 Burning Shadows set. This Darkness-type Stage 1 Pokémon features unique energy transfer mechanics.
Malamar
2017 • Pokémon • Burning Shadows
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Description
The Malamar card, designated as number 90 in the Burning Shadows expansion, offers a distinct strategic option for Pokémon Trading Card Game enthusiasts. Released in 2017, this Darkness-type Pokémon serves as the evolved form of Inkay, bringing a 100 HP presence to the battlefield. Beyond its thematic appeal, this card provides tangible gameplay utility through its attack roster. The first move, Darkness Psybeam, deals 20 damage but carries a significant disruptive effect: it confuses the opponent's Active Pokémon, potentially hindering their next turn. The second attack, Slosh, deals 70 damage but introduces a complex resource management element. This ability allows the player to move all Energy attached to Malamar to one of their Benched Pokémon, a mechanic that can shift resources rapidly during intense matches. As a Rare rarity card, Malamar is a staple for those building sets or seeking cards with specific strategic niches. The combination of status infliction and energy redirection makes it a memorable piece of the 2017 Pokémon TCG landscape. Whether used for casual play or set completion, this card stands out for its clever interaction with the game’s energy system.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Malamar
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Mitsuhiro Arita
Card Stock
English
100
Darkness
Stage 1
Inkay
Fighting ×2
Psychic -20
1
687
Card Text
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Attack: Psybeam (20)
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Confused.
Attack: Energy Slosh (70)
You may move all Energy attached to this Pokémon to 1 of your Benched Pokémon.
It wields the most compelling hypnotic powers of any Pokémon, and it forces others to do whatever it wants.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What type is Malamar in the Burning Shadows set?
Malamar is a Darkness-type Pokémon in the Burning Shadows expansion. It evolves from Inkay and has a base HP of 100, making it a sturdy presence in the Dark deck archetype.
What are the attacks of Malamar #90?
Malamar has two attacks: Darkness Psybeam, which deals 20 damage and confuses the opponent's Active Pokémon, and Slosh, which deals 70 damage but allows you to move all Energy attached to it to a Benched Pokémon.
Who illustrated the Malaram card in Burning Shadows?
The artwork for Malamar in the Burning Shadows set was created by Mitsuhiro Arita, a well-known illustrator in the Pokémon TCG community.
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