The Glaceon SM238 promo card from the 2017 SM Black Star Promos set. This Water-type Stage 1 Pokémon features unique gameplay mechanics ideal for collectors.
Glaceon
2017 • Pokémon • SM Black Star Promos
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The Glaceon SM238 promo card is a distinctive addition to the 2017 SM Black Star Promos series, offering collectors a specific piece of Pokémon TCG history. As a Stage 1 Water-type Pokémon, this card evolves from Eevee and carries the Pokédex number 471, grounding it firmly in the franchise's lore. Designed by artist Mizue, the card is part of a release that often features exclusive artwork and gameplay effects not found in standard booster packs. Gameplay-wise, Glaceon brings strategic depth to the table with its Water Snow Cloak ability, which can prevent attack effects if a coin flip lands on heads. Its Hypnotic Blizzard attack adds further versatility by inflicting sleep status and dealing damage to benched opponents, making it a notable figure in competitive and casual play. For investors and hobbyists alike, the SM Black Star Promos set represents a unique era of distribution, making cards like SM238 valuable for completing specific promo collections. Whether you are hunting for specific set completions or looking to expand your roster of powerful Pokémon, understanding the identity and role of each card is essential. This Glaceon promo stands out for its specific card number and release context, appealing to those who value the nuance of promotional distributions in the Trading Card Game.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Glaceon
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Promo
Mizue
Card Stock
English
110
Water
Stage 1
Eevee
Metal ×2
2
471
Card Text
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Attack: Snow Cloak (30)
Flip a coin. If heads, prevent all effects of attacks, including damage, done to this Pokémon during your opponent's next turn.
Attack: Hypnotic Blizzard (90)
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Asleep. This attack does 20 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
It protects itself by freezing its fur into sharp needles. It can drop its body temperature below –75 degrees Fahrenheit.