The 2008 Pokémon Great Encounters Huntail reverse holo card (#42) is an Uncommon Water-type Stage 1 evolved from Clamperl. This Ken Sugimori illustration features the #367 Pokédex entry with unique gameplay abilities.
Huntail
2008 • Pokémon • Great Encounters
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The 2008 Pokémon Great Encounters Huntail reverse holo card (#42) captures the aquatic essence of the Water-type Stage 1 Pokémon evolved from Clamperl. Designed by Ken Sugimori, this Uncommon card features a distinctive reverse holographic finish that enhances the visual appeal of the illustration, making it a sought-after addition for set completists and parallel collectors within the Great Encounters series. As the #367 entry in the Pokédex, Huntail is depicted with its characteristic tail shaped like a small fish, a trait noted in the card's flavor text as a method to attract unsuspecting prey in the deep sea. From a gameplay perspective, this card offers strategic depth with 90 HP and a manageable retreat cost of one Colorless Energy. The card features two distinct attacks that allow for versatile play. The first, Scary Face, involves flipping a coin; if successful, it prevents the Defending Pokémon from attacking or retreating during the opponent's next turn, providing a tactical advantage. The second attack, WaterColorless Threaten and Drop, deals 30 damage plus an additional 20 damage if Huntail has any Darkness Energy attached. Additionally, this attack forces the opponent to discard a Special Energy card, adding a layer of resource disruption to the card's utility. This combination of defensive control and offensive pressure makes the Huntail reverse holo a memorable piece for players who appreciate the strategic mechanics of the Pokémon Trading Card Game.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Huntail
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Ken Sugimori
Card Stock
English
Reverse Holo
90
Water
Stage 1
Clamperl
Lightning +20
1
367
Card Text
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Attack: Scary Face
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon can't attack or retreat during your opponent's next turn.
Attack: Threaten and Drop (30+)
If Huntail has any Darkness Energy attached to it, this attack does 30 damage plus 20 more damage and discard a Special Energy card, if any, attached to the Defending Pokémon.
It lives deep in the sea. With a tail shaped like a small fish, it attracts unsuspecting prey.
