What is a Prism Star card?

A Prism Star card is a special rarity introduced in the Sun & Moon series of the Pokémon TCG, characterized by a unique rainbow star symbol and a rule that limits players to only one Prism Star card of the same name in their deck.

How does the "Lost Zone" differ from the "discard pile"?

The Lost Zone is a special game area where cards are placed when removed from play, and unlike the discard pile, cards in the Lost Zone cannot be retrieved or interacted with during the game.

What does Tapu Koko's "Dance of the Ancients" ability do?

This ability allows you to attach a Lightning Energy card from your discard pile to two of your Benched Pokémon, but at the cost of discarding all cards from this Tapu Koko and putting it into the Lost Zone.

Is this Tapu Koko card rare?

Yes, as a Prism Star card, it is considered a rare card within the Team Up set, making it a desirable find for collectors and players.

Who illustrated this Tapu Koko card?

The artwork for this Tapu Koko card was created by Kouki Saitou, known for their distinctive and often dynamic art style in the Pokémon TCG.

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Tapu KokoTeam Up #51 Pokémon Card

Name: Tapu Koko — Team Up #51
Brand: Pokémon TCG
Price: 1.82 USD
Availability: InStock

Team Up·#51·2019

Tapu Koko, an Electric/Fairy type Legendary Pokémon from Generation VII, is revered as the guardian deity of Melemele Island in the Alola region, embodying both fierce protection and playful curiosity. This specific Tapu Koko card, from the 2019 Team Up set, is a unique Prism Star variant, distinguished by its special rules and powerful, strategic ability in gameplay. Here, visitors can delve into Tapu Koko's Pokédex lore, understand the card's HP, attacks, energy costs, weakness, resistance, and its edition history within the Pokémon TCG.

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Card Number: #51
Release Date: January 31, 2019
Language: EN
Set Code: SM9

Tapu Koko is an Electric/Fairy type Legendary Pokémon introduced in Generation VII, native to the Alola region. As one of the four guardian deities of Alola, alongside Tapu Lele, Tapu Bulu, and Tapu Fini, Tapu Koko is revered by the islanders as the guardian of Melemele Island. Its design is inspired by traditional Hawaiian deities and roosters, featuring a unique shell-like headpiece that can close to form a bird-like mask. Tapu Koko is known for its incredible speed and its ability to generate electricity, using its powerful wings to create electric fields. It is a highly territorial Pokémon, fiercely protecting its island but also displaying a curious and sometimes playful nature, often challenging trainers it deems worthy. In the games, it plays a crucial role in the story of Pokémon Sun and Moon, being the first guardian deity the player encounters and often appearing to test their strength. Its unique typing provides it with an interesting set of resistances and weaknesses, making it a formidable opponent and a valuable ally. In the anime, Tapu Koko frequently interacts with Ash and his Pikachu, often pushing them to grow stronger through battles. Its presence symbolizes the spiritual connection between the people of Alola and their natural environment.