Catalog entry for the 2009 Pokémon Platinum Giratina Reverse Holo card, card number 9, featuring Psychic energy attacks and unique bench abilities.
Giratina
2009 • Pokémon • Platinum
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Card number 9 in the 2009 Platinum expansion, this Giratina reverse holo card represents a pivotal moment in the Pokémon Trading Card Game's history. Illustrated by Kouki Saitou, the card depicts the Distortion World Pokémon as a Basic Psychic-type with 100 HP. Giratina’s strategic value lies in its 'Let Loose' ability, allowing players to shuffle their hand into their deck when played to the Bench. This mechanic offers a unique tactical reset option that distinguishes it from other Psychic-type offerings in the set. The 'Earth Power' attack provides reliable damage output against benched opponents, making it a functional piece for competitive deck building during that generation. For enthusiasts of the Platinum series, this card serves as a foundational component for completing set runs. Its status as a Reverse Holo variant adds a layer of visual interest that appeals to both competitive players and aesthetic-focused collectors. The card remains a recognizable piece of Pokémon TCG lore, embodying the creative design direction of the late 2000s.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Giratina
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Holo Rare
Kouki Saitou
Card Stock
English
Reverse Holo
100
Psychic
Basic
Darkness ×2
Colorless -20
3
487
Card Text
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Ability: Let Loose
Once during your turn, when you put Giratina from your hand onto your Bench, you may use this power. Each player shuffles his or her hand into his or her deck and draws up to 4 cards. (You draw your cards first.)
Attack: Earth Power (60)
Flip 2 coins. This attack does 10 damage times the number of heads to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)