Dark Quilava is an Uncommon Fire-type Stage 1 Pokémon from the 2002 Neo Destiny expansion, featuring gameplay mechanics centered on deck manipulation and Fire Energy.
Dark Quilava
2002 • Pokémon • Neo Destiny
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Released in 2002 as part of the Neo Destiny expansion, the Dark Quilava trading card (Card #39) captures the fiery evolution of Cyndaquil into a powerful Stage 1 Pokémon. Illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita, this Uncommon card belongs to the Fire type and features a strategic attack profile designed for deck control. Players can utilize the 'Fire Incinerate' attack to reveal the opponent's deck top card, potentially discarding Trainer cards, or opt for 'Rushing Magma' to deal variable damage based on discarded Fire Energy. With a modest HP of 60 and a retreat cost of just 1, Dark Quilava offers flexibility in gameplay scenarios. For collectors, this card represents a distinct piece of the early Pokémon TCG era, appealing to those who appreciate the strategic depth and artistic style of the Neo series. The card's mechanics encourage players to manage their deck resources carefully, making it a memorable component for enthusiasts of the franchise's history.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Dark Quilava
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Mitsuhiro Arita
Card Stock
English
60
Fire
Stage 1
Cyndaquil
Water ×2
1
156
Card Text
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Attack: Incinerate
Show the top card of your opponent's deck to all players. If it's a Trainer card, discard it.
Attack: Rushing Magma (20×)
Discard the top 5 cards of your deck. (If there are fewer than 5 cards in your deck, discard all of them.) This attack does 20 damage for each Fire Energy card you discarded in this way.
If it turns its back to an opponent, it is a sign that it is getting ready to attack.