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Chinchou — Silver Tempest Pokémon card

Market Price

$0.16

+6.5%

Graded Prices

PSA 10

$30.69

PSA 9.5

$11.00

PSA 9

$10.33

PSA 8

$10.33

PSA 7

$10.33

ChinchouSilver Tempest #51 Pokémon Card

Silver Tempest·#51·2022

Chinchou, the charming Water/Electric Angler Pokémon, hails from Generation II, evolving into the popular Lanturn and known for its unique bioluminescent antennae. This specific Chinchou card, from the 2022 Silver Tempest set, is a common printing that beautifully showcases the Pokémon's underwater habitat through its soft, painterly artwork. Here, visitors will discover Chinchou's fascinating Pokédex lore, the card's exact HP, attack details with energy costs, its weakness, and a comprehensive history of this edition.

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Card Number
#51
Release Date
November 10, 2022
Language
EN
Set Code
SWSH12

Chinchou, the Angler Pokémon, is a fascinating Water/Electric type creature introduced in Generation II with the release of Pokémon Gold and Silver. It evolves into Lanturn, a beloved staple for many trainers. Chinchou is characterized by its two antennae, which evolved from fins and possess organs that generate both positive and negative electrical charges. These charges are used to illuminate dark ocean depths, attracting prey and guiding its way through the abyssal plains where sunlight cannot penetrate. Chinchou typically inhabits the deep sea, thriving in environments with minimal light, often found near hydrothermal vents or in vast underwater caves. Its diet primarily consists of smaller marine Pokémon, which it lures with the glowing tips of its antennae. In the games, Chinchou is often encountered through fishing or surfing in specific water routes, and its evolution, Lanturn, is highly valued for its good HP and special attack stats, making it a reliable special attacker and tank. In the anime, Chinchou has appeared in various episodes, often showcasing its bioluminescent abilities and its role within the underwater ecosystem. Its unique design, combining elements of deep-sea fish with electrical properties, has made it a memorable Pokémon for many fans, representing the mysteries and wonders of the ocean's depths.

Price History

Full Price Guide

Ungraded$0
Grade 9$10
Grade 9.5$11
SGC 10$18
CGC 10$25
PSA 10$31
BGS 10$40
BGS 10 Black$200
CGC 10 Pristine$45

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