The Typhlosion HGSS09 holo promo is a distinctive Fire-type Stage 2 card from the 2010 Pokémon HGSS Black Star Promos series, featuring the Afterburner ability.
Typhlosion
2010 • Pokémon • HGSS Black Star Promos
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The Typhlosion HGSS09 holo promo stands as a notable release within the 2010 Pokémon HGSS Black Star Promos series. This Stage 2 Fire-type card, which evolves from Quilava, carries the catalog number HGSS09 and is distinguished by its holo finish. Designed by artist Wataru Kawahara, the card features the Pokédex number 157 and boasts 140 HP. For collectors of the Pokémon trading card game, this promo offers both aesthetic appeal and strategic utility. The card includes the Afterburner ability, allowing players to search their discard pile for a Fire Energy card and attach it to one of their Pokémon. While this ability deals 1 damage to Typhlosion, the card also features the Flare Destroy attack, which deals 70 damage but requires discarding an Energy card from both Typhlosion and the Defending Pokémon. Collectors often seek this card to complete their HGSS Black Star Promos set or to add a powerful Fire-type option to their collection. The holo treatment adds a premium visual element that distinguishes it from standard base set cards. Whether you are building a dedicated collection or looking for a unique piece of Pokémon history, this promo card represents a significant part of the franchise's legacy.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Typhlosion
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Promo
Wataru Kawahara
Card Stock
English
Holo
140
Fire
Stage 2
Quilava
Water ×2
2
157
Card Text
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Ability: Afterburner
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may search your discard pile for a Fire Energy card and attach it to 1 of your Pokémon. If you do, put 1 damage counter on that Pokémon. This power can't be used if Typhlosion is affected by a Special Condition.
Attack: Flare Destroy (70)
Discard an Energy card attached to Typhlosion and discard an Energy card attached to the Defending Pokémon.