This 2008 Pokémon Great Encounters reverse holo card features the Darkness-type Pokémon Cacturne. It is a sought-after item for collectors completing the set.
Cacturne
2008 • Pokémon • Great Encounters
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The Cacturne #34 card from the 2008 Great Encounters series offers a distinct entry for dedicated Pokémon Trading Card Game collectors. As a Stage 1 evolution of Cacnea, this Darkness-type unit brings specific strategic depth to the game with 80 HP and a retreat cost of just one energy. The reverse holo treatment adds a shimmering finish that appeals to those building complete collections of this era. Designed by Midori Harada, this uncommon card retains the classic layout and typography characteristic of Great Encounters releases. Collectors often seek this print to round out their Great Encounters sets, as the reverse holo variant provides a unique visual distinction compared to the standard uncommon versions. The card’s mechanics, including its Pin Missile and Needle Arm attacks, reflect the tactical design philosophy of the mid-2000s TCG era. Whether you are a nostalgic player revisiting the Great Encounters expansion or an investor focusing on vintage Pokémon cards, this product represents a tangible piece of trading card history. The Great Encounters Cacturne reverse holo remains a notable component for enthusiasts who value both the lore and the gameplay utility of Darkness-type Pokémon from this 2008 release.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Cacturne
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Midori Harada
Card Stock
English
Reverse Holo
80
Darkness
Stage 1
Cacnea
Fire +20
Psychic -20
1
332
Card Text
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Attack: Pin Missile (20×)
Flip 3 coins. This attack does 20 damage times the number of heads.
Attack: Needle Arm (50+)
If the Defending Pokémon already has any damage counters on it, this attack does 50 damage plus 20 more damage.
It becomes active at night, seeking prey that is exhausted from the day's desert heat.
