Popplio

Description

The 2021 McDonald's Collection released a unique promotional card for Popplio, designated as card number 23 within the set. This Water-type Pokémon was included in the McDonald's Collection, a special series that brought popular characters to collectors outside of standard retail channels. The card features a holo finish, giving it a distinct visual appeal compared to non-promotional releases. Popplio is classified as a Basic Pokémon with 70 HP. As a Water-type, it interacts with the game's energy system, requiring Water and Colorless energy to execute its moves. The card details two primary attacks: Water Pound, which deals 10 damage, and Water Gun, which deals 20 damage. Players utilizing this card must consider its retreat cost of 1 when building their deck strategy. Collectors often seek out cards from the McDonald's Collection due to their limited distribution. The card was illustrated by Kouki Saitou, adding to its artistic value for fans of the series. Because these cards were distributed through a specific promotional channel, they hold a niche place in the TCG community. Enthusiasts looking to complete a set of McDonald's Collection items or build a themed deck featuring Popplio will find this holo variant particularly interesting. The combination of the promotional nature, the specific set code MCD21, and the card's gameplay mechanics makes it a notable item for dedicated Pokémon TCG collectors.