A 2008 Great Encounters Reverse Holo Pachirisu card featuring the Lightning-type Pokémon with the Colorless Smash attack. A key collector item for TCG enthusiasts.
Pachirisu
2008 • Pokémon • Great Encounters
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Description
Pachirisu #5 from the 2008 Great Encounters set stands as a distinctive entry for collectors focusing on the Electric-type roster of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. This Reverse Holo variant offers a unique aesthetic appeal that complements the standard foil treatments found in the base series. The card identifies Pachirisu as a Basic Pokémon with 70 Hit Points, emphasizing its role in early-game strategy through specific attack mechanics. The design highlights Pachirisu’s ability to store static electricity in its fur, a trait mirrored in its gameplay capabilities. Collectors appreciate this card for the Colorless Call for Family attack, which allows players to search their deck for up to three Basic Pokémon. This utility makes it a functional piece for those interested in the strategic depth of the Gen 4 era. Alternatively, the Colorless Smash attack provides damage potential against opponents using Pokémon Tool cards, adding a layer of tactical complexity to the card's identity. For investors and completists, the Great Encounters set remains a significant part of the Pokémon TCG history, bridging the gap between the Diamond and Pearl expansions. The Reverse Holo finish, created by artist Hironobu Yoshida, adds a shimmering depth that distinguishes it from regular rarity cards. As a numbered card in the GE subset, it holds a specific place in the collector’s hierarchy. Whether building a personal collection or seeking a specific parallel, understanding the set's context is vital for any serious Pokémon TCG collector.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Pachirisu
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Holo Rare
Hironobu Yoshida
Card Stock
English
Reverse Holo
70
Lightning
Basic
30
Fighting +20
Metal -20
1
417
Card Text
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Attack: Call for Family
Search your deck for up to 3 Basic Pokémon and put them onto your Bench. Shuffle your deck afterward.
Attack: Smash Short (10+)
If the Defending Pokémon has a Pokémon Tool card attached to it, this attack does 10 damage plus 30 more damage. Discard that Pokémon Tool card, look at your opponent's hand, and discard any Pokémon Tool cards of the same name you find there.
It makes fur balls that crackle with static electricity. It stores them with berries in tree holes.
FAQ
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What is the type and HP of Pachirisu #5?
Pachirisu is a Lightning-type Basic Pokémon with 70 Hit Points in the Great Encounters set. This designation places it in the Electric category, allowing it to resist certain types of damage while being vulnerable to Fighting types.
What does the Colorless Smash attack do?
The Colorless Smash attack deals 10 damage plus 30 more damage if the Defending Pokémon has a Pokémon Tool card attached. The user must discard that Tool card, and the opponent looks at their hand for a card of the same name.
Who illustrated this Pokémon card?
This card in the Great Encounters set was illustrated by Hironobu Yoshida.
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