Absol

Absol

Selected Masterpiece • 91/102
Market Price $54.48
HS—Triumphant HeartGold & SoulSilver 2010
The Illustrator

Hideaki Hakozaki

Hideaki Hakozaki is credited on 36 Pokémon TCG cards from 2010–2012, concentrated in the HeartGold & SoulSilver era. Work appears in HS—Unleashed, HS—Triumphant, and Call of Legends, pairing balanced, focused staging with vibrant, contrasting color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Absol card captures a moment of quiet intensity, showcasing the Pokémon in a shadowy environment that hints at its mysterious nature. With its piercing gaze and sleek form, Absol seems to embody both elegance and a sense of foreboding, as if it is aware of unseen dangers lurking nearby. The dark background contrasts with its striking features, emphasizing the character's role as a harbinger of disaster. This snapshot invites viewers to ponder the duality of its existence, caught between beauty and the ominous f”

Editorial & Data

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Card Type Darkness
Era
HeartGold & SoulSilver
Release
03/11/2010

Vicious Claw

70

Choose 1 Pokémon from your hand and put it in the Lost Zone. (If you can't put a Pokémon in the Lost Zone, this attack does nothing.)

Weakness
×2
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost