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Porygon ZUnbroken Bonds #157 Pokémon Card

Unbroken Bonds·#157·2019

Porygon-Z, the glitchy Virtual Pokémon, is a fascinating Normal-type from Generation IV, representing the final, albeit unstable, evolution of the Porygon line. This particular card from the 2019 Unbroken Bonds set is a regular rare that stands out for its unique and powerful Special Energy acceleration ability. Here, visitors will discover Porygon-Z's Pokédex lore, its "Crazy Code" Ability and "Tantrum" attack with their respective energy costs, weakness, and a detailed history of this specific edition.

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Card Number
#157
Release Date
March 28, 2019
Language
EN
Set Code
SM10

Porygon-Z is a Normal-type Virtual Pokémon, first introduced in Generation IV as the final evolution of Porygon. Its existence is a testament to human ingenuity, born from cutting-edge programming as an upgrade to Porygon2. However, Porygon-Z is notoriously unstable, its behavior often described as erratic and unpredictable due to a flawed update to its programming. Instead of improving upon its predecessor, the update introduced glitches, causing it to move in strange ways and sometimes even speak in an incomprehensible digital language. It doesn't have a natural habitat in the traditional sense, existing primarily within computer networks or as a digital construct in the real world. Its diet, if it can be called that, would be data, as it thrives on information and can navigate digital spaces with ease. In the games, it's often obtained through trading an item-holding Porygon2, symbolizing its artificial evolution. In the anime, Porygon and Porygon2 have played roles, but Porygon-Z's appearances are less frequent, often highlighting its glitchy nature. Despite its instability, it remains a fascinating example of advanced technology pushed to its limits, showcasing the fine line between innovation and unintended consequences.

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