Catalog details for the 2009 Pokémon Supreme Victors set, featuring Articuno as card number 16 in the trading card game.
Articuno
2009 • Pokémon • Supreme Victors
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Description
Within this release, Articuno appears as card number 16, serving as a fundamental piece for enthusiasts completing their collection. This Basic Water-type card offers 100 Hit Points, providing a solid foundation for gameplay strategies focused on elemental control. Designed by artist Mitsuhiro Arita, the card features distinct attacks that allow players to manipulate the battlefield through coin flips. The WaterColorlessColorless Sharp Beak attack deals 30 plus 10 damage if heads, while the WaterWaterColorlessColorless Ice Beam attack inflicts 50 damage and can paralyze the opponent. These mechanics highlight the strategic depth available even in earlier generations of the trading card game. For investors and hobbyists, tracking cards like this Articuno from the Supreme Victors expansion helps in understanding market trends and set completeness. The card’s rarity designation makes it a sought-after item for those looking to secure high-quality examples for their portfolios. Whether you are focused on completing the set or analyzing the evolution of Water-type designs, this product remains a relevant component of Pokémon TCG history.
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Card Details
The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.
Catalog Profile
The core identity of the card within the set.
Featured Subject
The subject, team, league, and sport context tied to this card.
Featured
Articuno
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
Rarity, print treatment, and game-specific stats for this card.
Rare
Mitsuhiro Arita
Card Stock
English
100
Water
Basic
Metal +30
Fighting -20
2
144
Card Text
Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.
Attack: Sharp Beak (30+)
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 damage plus 10 more damage.
Attack: Ice Beam (50)
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
A legendary bird Pokémon. It can create blizzards by freezing moisture in the air.
