Kazuyuki Kano
Kazuyuki Kano is credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 2007 to 2008, with artwork appearing primarily in Diamond & Pearl-era releases. Key appearances include Secret Wonders and Mysterious Treasures, alongside select POP Series and DP Black Star Promos cards.
“The Salamence card captures a moment of majesty, showcasing the Pokémon in mid-flight with its wings spread wide against a backdrop of swirling colors. This scene evokes a sense of freedom and power, as Salamence embodies the dream of soaring through the skies. Its fierce expression suggests determination, while the intricate details of its scales and wings highlight its unique character. In this snapshot, Salamence stands as a symbol of strength and aspiration.”
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Direct Hit
This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness, Resistance, Poké-Powers, Poké-Bodies, or any other effects on the Defending Pokémon.
Dragon Finish
Discard 2 basic Fire Energy cards or 2 basic Water Energy cards attached to Salamence. If you discarded 2 basic Fire Energy cards, this attack does 100 damage to the Defending Pokémon. If you discarded 2 Basic Water Energy cards, this attack does 100 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) (If you can't discard cards, this attack does nothing.)
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