Zarude

Description

Designed by artist matazo, this card carries the Regulation Mark J and Pokédex Number 893, grounding it firmly within the modern TCG framework. The set code PBL identifies this print run, offering collectors a distinct entry from the Pitch Black era. In gameplay, Zarude offers aggressive options that impact both the opponent and the player's own bench. The Darkness Overhead Throw attack deals 30 damage and simultaneously inflicts 30 damage to one of your Benched Pokémon, bypassing Weakness and Resistance calculations for those bench units. This mechanic allows for strategic resource management during the early stages of a match. Alternatively, players can utilize Shadowy Whip, which deals 100 damage plus an additional 70 damage if any Benched Pokémon have Shadowy Darkness Energy attached. This attack rewards players who have established energy distribution across their bench, maximizing damage output in the mid-to-late game. Collectors interested in the Pitch Black subset will find this card essential for completing the base checklist. The card's rarity is listed as Rare, and its retreat cost is 2, providing a reasonable exit strategy from the active spot. The flavor text notes that within dense forests, this Pokémon lives in a pack, describing it as incredibly aggressive and feared by other forest creatures. This narrative context adds depth to the character, aligning with its Dark-type classification. For those building a collection focused on the 2026 releases or specifically on the Pokémon Pitch Black expansion, this product provides a canonical representation of Zarude as printed in that set. The combination of its attack patterns and set-specific identity makes it a notable component for enthusiasts of the Darkness type and the Pitch Black series.