The Tropius trading card from the 2009 Pokémon Rising Rivals set. This Basic Grass-type card features unique attacks and is designed by Ken Sugimori for TCG enthusiasts.
Tropius
2009 • Pokémon • Rising Rivals
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The Pokémon Rising Rivals Tropius card, numbered 52, is a foundational piece for collectors focusing on the 2009 era of the Trading Card Game. As a Basic Grass-type Pokémon, this card offers strategic depth through its diverse attack options, including Colorless Fly 30, Blessed Fruit, and Solarbeam. Players can utilize Blessed Fruit to remove damage counters from benched Grass Pokémon, providing crucial recovery during gameplay, while Solarbeam delivers a solid 60 damage output. The card features artwork by Ken Sugimori, maintaining the artistic integrity associated with the Pokémon brand. For investors and hobbyists, the Rising Rivals subset represents a distinct period in TCG history, making this uncommon card a valuable component for completing sets. Whether you are building a competitive deck or assembling a comprehensive collection, this Tropius card serves as an essential addition for any serious enthusiast looking to capture the nostalgia and mechanics of the late 2000s Pokémon card market.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Tropius
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Ken Sugimori
Card Stock
English
80
Grass
Basic
Fire +20
Fighting -20
2
357
Card Text
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Attack: Fly (30)
Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing. If heads, prevent all effects of an attack, including damage, done to Tropius during your opponent's next turn.
Attack: Blessed Fruit
Remove all damage counters from 1 of your Benched Grass Pokémon.
Attack: Solarbeam (60)