Articuno (Journey Together 161) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Articuno from the Journey Together set is a striking Illustration Rare card, numbered 161. It has 110 HP and features the Ice Blast attack. Its vivid design makes it a notable addition for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Lightning (×2)
• Resistance: Fighting (-30)
• Regulation Mark: I

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Journey Together set, numbered 161, and classified as an Illustration Rare. It features two attacks:
– “Frigid Fluttering”: allows attachment of up to 2 Basic Water Energy cards from the deck.
– “Ice Blast”: deals 110 damage.

Variants & Identifiers

• There are no known print variants for this card.
• Identifiers: set code “sv9-161,” Illustration Rare rarity, and artwork by Kuroimori.
• Card image: /images/sv9/sv9-161.jpg

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Journey Together (sv9): Features Articuno as a Basic Water-type Pokémon with strong ice-themed attacks and a unique Illustration Rare rarity, highlighting its frosty aesthetic and strategic energy attachment ability.