The 2003 Pokémon Sandstorm expansion with this reverse holo Cacturne card, featuring the Poison Payback ability and designed by Atsuko Nishida.
Cacturne
2003 • Pokémon • Sandstorm
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Description
Designed by Atsuko Nishida, this 2003 release features a reverse holo treatment that highlights the character's distinct silhouette against the card's background. Collectors often seek this card for its unique artwork and its role in the early Generations III era of the TCG. The card's design emphasizes the subject's thorny form, capturing the desert-dwelling nature of the Pokémon. For those completing the Sandstorm set, this reverse holo version offers a visually striking alternative to the standard foil. The product identity remains consistent across listings, focusing on the card number 2 and its specific set code SS. It serves as a nostalgic piece for fans of the Hoenn region's grass-type lineup. Whether you are building a complete set or focusing on grass-type evolutions, this card represents a solid addition to any collection. Its status as a reverse holo rare makes it a popular choice among collectors who appreciate the varied finishes found in early 2000s expansions.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Cacturne
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Holo Rare
Atsuko Nishida
Card Stock
English
Reverse Holo
80
Grass
Stage 1
Cacnea
Fire ×2
1
332
Card Text
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Ability: Poison Payback
If Cacturne is your Active Pokémon and is damaged by an opponent's attack (even if Cacturne is Knocked Out), the Attacking Pokémon is now Poisoned.
Attack: Feint Attack
Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 40 damage to that Pokémon. This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness, Resistance, Poké-Powers, Poké-Bodies or any other effects on that Pokémon.