Card 012Black Bolt #12 Pokémon Card

Victini is a Psychic/Fire-type Mythical Pokémon, often referred to as the "Victory Pokémon," introduced in Generation V with the Unova region. It is the first Pokémon in the National Pokédex of the Unova region, numbered #494. Victini is unique in that it is not known to evolve from or into any other Pokémon. Its lore states that it creates an infinite amount of energy within its body and can share this energy with others, making its Trainer victorious. This ability extends to battles, sports, and any challenge where victory is sought. Victini is often depicted as a playful and energetic Pokémon, characterized by its large, V-shaped ears and small, round body.

In the Pokémon games, Victini has played significant roles, particularly in events related to the Black and White versions, where players could encounter it on Liberty Garden Island. Its signature move, V-create, is one of the most powerful Fire-type moves. In the anime, Victini starred in the movie "Pokémon the Movie: White—Victini and Zekrom" and "Pokémon the Movie: Black—Victini and Reshiram," where its powers were central to the plot, highlighting its ability to bestow victory and its connection to ancient legends. Its cultural significance lies in symbolizing good luck and triumph, making it a beloved Pokémon for many fans. Its dual typing of Psychic and Fire offers a unique combination, giving it advantages against Grass, Ice, Bug, and Steel types, while being weak to Ground, Rock, Water, and Dark types.