Dewott - Black & White "Noble Victories" (Japanese) [023/L-P]

Name: Dewott - Black & White "Noble Victories" (Japanese) [023/L-P]
Brand: Momofthecircus
Availability: LimitedAvailability

Japanese Dewott Pokémon card from the Black & White era, featuring a holographic illustration on a wooden table. - view 1

1/2

Estimated value

$2 - $10

Rarity

Average(4/10)

COLLECTOR'S BREAKDOWN: DEWOTT - BLACK & WHITE "NOBLE VICTORIES" (JAPANESE) [023/L-P]

This is a Japanese Pokémon Trading Card Game card featuring Dewott, the Discipline Pokémon. The artwork depicts Dewott, the evolved form of Oshawott, in a dynamic pose, likely utilizing its scalchop in an aquatic setting. The card features a standard holographic foil pattern, typical for a rare card of its era. This particular card is from the Japanese Black & White era.

CULTURAL CARD LORE

Where This Object Echoes

Japanese Mythology/FolkloreEdo Period onward

Dewott, like many Water-type Pokémon, draws inspiration from Japanese folklore, particularly aquatic creatures or warriors known for their precision and discipline, similar to samurai wielding sharpened blades found in martial arts narratives.

East Asian Martial ArtsHistorical to Modern

The use of 'scalchops' by Dewott for both offense and defense, and its 'Discipline Pokémon' descriptor, aligns with the disciplined and skilled fighting styles emphasized in various East Asian martial arts traditions.

Meaning Through Time

2010s - Present

From a purely collectible item in sets to an active component in competitive play, evolving its status within the game's meta. It also represents the transition from the iconic Kanto Pokémon era to newer generations.

CARD HISTORY & PRINT RUNS

The Japanese Black & White era (known as the BW series) of the Pokémon Trading Card Game spanned from late 2010 to late 2013, introducing the fifth generation of Pokémon. This period brought new mechanics and card designs, and its sets are well-regarded by collectors for their unique aesthetics and playability. Noble Victories (Victini Collection in Japan) was one of the early sets in this era, which is notable for featuring several fan-favorite Pokémon from the Unova region. The Japanese language versions often feature different print runs and holographic finishes compared to their international counterparts.

COLLECTOR INTEL

Dewott is known for its graceful and skillful use of two scalchops, which it keeps hidden on its thighs and draws out for battle or to demonstrate its dexterity.

The name 'Dewott' is a combination of 'dew' (water) and 'otter' or 'watteau' (referencing Watteau pleats, adding to its artistic, graceful theme).

HOW SCARCE IS IT?

Average55-70%

CommonLegendary

Typical antique shop fare. Requires some searching but regularly available. This is where most genuine antiques fall.

Typical Characteristics

Standard antique shop items
Regularly available
Moderate collector interest

Confidence Factors

The card's design and Japanese text are consistent with official Pokémon TCG releases.
Dewott cards from this era are not commonly targeted for high-quality counterfeiting due to their relatively lower value.

How does authenticity detection work?

GRADING EXPERT'S TAKE

Trading Card Market Analyst

Card Specialist

The core identification of the Pokémon, language, and approximate era is solid based on visible text and artwork. The card number is partially visible, allowing for a strong identification, though full set context would improve absolute certainty.

KEY EVIDENCE

1The card clearly shows the Japanese character for Dewott (フタチマル) at the top.
2The set code '023/L-P' is visible in the bottom right corner, confirming its identity as a Japanese promotional or set card.
3The artwork and card layout are consistent with the Black & White series of the Pokémon TCG.

UNCERTAINTIES

•Exact set name and rarity tier are not fully legible in the image, requiring minor inference or external lookup based on the card number and art style.

WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY

→Clearer, high-resolution image of the bottom right corner to precisely identify the set and card number/rarity symbol.
→Close-up images of the card's front and back, especially edges and corners, to assess whitening and wear.
→Angled shots under direct light to reveal any surface imperfections like scratches or print lines.

CONDITION & GRADE

Condition

The card appears to be in generally good condition from the provided overhead images. I do not observe obvious creases, heavy scratches, or significant whitening on the visible edges or corners. However, a detailed assessment of centering, minor edge wear, and surface integrity (e.g., micro-scratches from handling) would require closer inspection.

Surface

The card exhibits a glossy, smooth surface characteristic of Pokémon TCG cards. The holographic pattern is visible across the illustration window, suggesting a 'mirror foil' or similar rare effect. There's potential for minor surface scratching or print lines, common on cards of this age, though not clearly discernible from the images.

Weight & feel

As a standard Pokémon trading card, it is lightweight, approximately 2 grams, and has a typical cardstock feel, consistent with modern TCG production.