What is a "Poké-BODY"?

A Poké-BODY is a special ability that is always active as long as the Pokémon is in play. Unlike Poké-Powers, they do not need to be activated and cannot be turned off by effects that stop Poké-Powers.

How was this Suicune card originally obtained?

This Suicune card (#53) was distributed as a promotional item, primarily as a tie-in with the "Pokémon 4Ever: Celebi - Voice of the Forest" movie during its release. It was not found in standard booster packs.

Does "Hypno Wave" always do 30 damage?

Yes, "Hypno Wave" always does at least 30 damage. If the coin flip is heads, it does an additional 20 damage, totaling 50. If tails, it still does 30 damage but also inflicts the Asleep status condition.

Is this card considered rare?

While not as rare as some chase cards from main sets, this promotional card is considered a special collectible due to its limited distribution as a movie tie-in and its age. Its availability is less common than cards found in booster packs.

Who is Atsuko Nishida, the illustrator?

Atsuko Nishida is a renowned illustrator for the Pokémon Trading Card Game, known for her iconic artwork on many early and beloved Pokémon cards. She is also credited with designing the original Pikachu.

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Suicune — Wizards Black Star Promos Pokémon card

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SuicuneWizards Black Star Promos #53 Pokémon Card

Wizards Black Star Promos·#53

Suicune, a majestic Water-type Legendary Pokémon from Generation II, symbolizes purity and grace, known for its role in purifying water sources and its prominent appearance in the "Pokémon 4Ever" movie. This specific card, #53 from the Wizards Black Star Promos, is a special movie tie-in variant released in 2002, distinguishable by the "Pokémon 4Ever" logo on its artwork. Here, visitors will discover Suicune's Pokédex lore, detailed mechanics including its "Pure Body" Poké-BODY and "Hypno Wave" attack with its energy costs, weakness, and the card's edition history.

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Card Number: #53
Release Date: March 17, 2003
Language: EN
Set Code: wizards-black-star-promos

Suicune is a majestic Water-type Legendary Pokémon introduced in Generation II, along with Raikou and Entei, as one of the three Legendary beasts resurrected by Ho-Oh. It is said to embody the compassion of a pure spring of water, and it travels across the land purifying polluted water sources. Suicune is often depicted gracefully gliding over water, its long purple mane and flowing ribbons creating an ethereal presence. Its behavior is generally calm and observant, though it will not hesitate to use its powers to protect the innocent or cleanse the environment. In the games, Suicune is known for its high Special Defense and Speed stats, making it a formidable opponent. It played a prominent role in Pokémon Crystal as the mascot and a central figure in the game's narrative, where players could encounter and battle it repeatedly. In the anime, Suicune often appears as a guardian, making rare appearances to assist Ash and his friends, notably in the movie "Pokémon 4Ever: Celebi - Voice of the Forest," where it purified a polluted lake. Its design, based on a combination of a leopard and a unicorn, gives it a regal and mysterious aura, making it a fan favorite and a symbol of purity and grace within the Pokémon world.