The 2008 Great Encounters release features Porygon-Z as card #6, a Stage 2 Colorless Pokémon known for its versatile Conversion ability.
Porygon-Z
2008 • Pokémon • Great Encounters
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Description
Released in 2008 as part of the Great Encounters expansion, the Porygon-Z trading card holds a distinct place in Pokémon TCG history as card number 6. This Stage 2 Pokémon evolves from Porygon2 and is categorized under the Colorless type, offering collectors a piece of digital-era Pokémon lore. The card’s design emphasizes its unique evolution line, appealing to those who appreciate the technological themes woven throughout the franchise during this period. Porygon-Z is particularly notable for its Conversion ability, which allows players to discard a basic Energy card to change its type for the turn. This mechanic provides strategic flexibility, enabling trainers to adapt to various match-ups by aligning Porygon-Z’s type with the discarded energy. Coupled with the Tri Attack ability, which deals damage based on coin flips, the card offers dynamic gameplay potential that resonates with competitive and casual players alike. Porygon-Z #6 stands out as a key component for those building complete sets or focusing on specific evolution lines. The card’s rarity as a Holo Rare adds to its desirability, making it a valuable addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Whether you are a long-time fan or new to the hobby, this card represents a significant moment in the evolution of Pokémon gaming and collecting.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Porygon-Z
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Holo Rare
Kent Kanetsuna
Card Stock
English
Holo
110
Colorless
Stage 2
54
Porygon2
Fighting +30
2
474
Card Text
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Ability: Conversion
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may discard a basic Energy card from your hand. Porygon-Z is the same type as that Energy Card until the end of your turn. This power can't be used if Porygon-Z is affected by a Special Condition.
Attack: Tri Attack (40×)
Flip 3 coins. This attack does 40 damage times the number of heads.
Additional software was installed to make it a better Pokémon. It began acting oddly, however.
FAQ
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What is the ability of Porygon-Z in Great Encounters?
Porygon-Z features the Conversion ability, which allows you to discard a basic Energy card from your hand to change its type to match that energy until the end of the turn. It also has the Tri Attack ability, which deals 40 damage times the number of heads flipped from three coin tosses.
Which Pokémon does Porygon-Z evolve from?
Porygon-Z evolves from Porygon2. In the Great Encounters set, it is listed as card number 6 and is classified as a Stage 2 Pokémon with 110 HP.
What type is Porygon-Z?
By default, Porygon-Z is a Colorless type Pokémon. However, its Conversion ability allows it to temporarily adopt the type of a basic Energy card discarded from your hand during your turn.
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