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Float Stone is an Item card in the Pokémon Trading Card Game, designed to be attached to a Pokémon as a Pokémon Tool. Unlike actual Pokémon, it doesn't have a specific biological origin or habitat in the traditional sense of the Pokémon world. Instead, it represents a mysterious object with the power to defy gravity, making the Pokémon it's attached to feel lighter. While not a Pokémon itself, the concept of items that aid Pokémon is deeply ingrained in the franchise, from the earliest games where various stones evolved certain species, to modern games where held items influence battles. Float Stone's primary function in the TCG is to manipulate a fundamental game mechanic: retreat cost. Its introduction reflects the ongoing evolution of strategic tools available to players, allowing for greater flexibility and dynamic plays within the game. The item's design, a simple yet powerful stone, evokes the magic and wonder inherent in the Pokémon universe, where even inanimate objects can possess extraordinary abilities.