Curatorial Commentary
The card depicts Abra sitting calmly, its eyes closed in a moment of serene concentration. The backdrop features a tranquil night sky, hinting at the peacefulness of its surroundings. This setting captures Abra's unique ability to sense its environment, as it prepares to teleport away from any potential danger. The overall scene evokes a sense of quiet introspection, showcasing the character's connection to its psychic powers.
Essay · Base Set 2
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Catalogue plate
№ 65/130
Composition
StyleCartoonishColorful
MoodPlayfulWhimsical
CompositionFocusedSimple
PaletteSoftVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
30
Stage
Basic
Weakness
Psychic ×2
Psyshock
10
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
Authorship
More from Mitsuhiro Arita
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Base Set 2, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Abra
The Abra canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
