Pokémon: Futachimaru (Dewott) TCG Card

Name: Pokémon: Futachimaru (Dewott) TCG Card
Brand: Momofthecircus
Availability: LimitedAvailability

Japanese Pokémon TCG card featuring Futachimaru (Dewott) with a holographic illustration and Japanese text. - view 1

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DESCRIPTION

A Japanese Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) card featuring the Pokémon Futachimaru (known as Dewott in English versions). The card depicts the Pokémon in a dynamic pose, set against a watercolor-style background. It displays its HP, attack moves 'Mizu Deppo' and 'Shell Blade', a weakness to Grass, and a retreat cost. The card has a holographic finish, particularly visible on the illustration area.

CULTURAL ECHOES

Where This Object Echoes

Japanese Mythology / Samurai CultureEdo Period (samurai) to modern era

Dewott's design and use of 'scallswords' are inspired by samurai and martial arts, particularly the use of two swords (nitouryu). This reflects a common theme in Pokémon of drawing inspiration from Japanese folklore and culture.

Ritual & Ceremonial Use

•Collecting and trading: Pokémon cards are central to a global hobby of collecting, trading, and battling, fostering social interaction and community among fans.
•Strategic play: Players build decks and engage in turn-based battles, requiring tactical thinking and knowledge of card abilities and Pokémon types.

Meaning Through Time

Late 20th Century to Present

Originally a children's game and collectible, Pokémon cards have evolved into a significant adult collecting market, with rare cards fetching high prices and representing both nostalgic value and investment opportunities.

HISTORICAL STORY

Pokémon cards were first released in Japan in 1996 and quickly gained global popularity, becoming a significant part of popular culture and the collectible market. Futachimaru (Dewott) was introduced in the fifth generation of Pokémon, first appearing in the Pokémon Black and White games released ...

DID YOU KNOW?

Dewott is the evolved form of Oshawott and evolves into Samurott, all three belonging to the Water-type starter Pokémon line from the Unova region.

The 'scallsword' on Dewott's leg is a key design element, which it uses skillfully in battle and often polishes meticulously.

MATERIAL & CONDITION

Surface

The card has a smooth, laminated surface typical of standard trading cards. The illustration area features a subtle holographic sheen, while the text and border areas are matte or semi-glossy.

Weight & Feel

Lightweight and thin, consistent with a single trading card.

Condition

The card appears to be in very good, potentially near-mint condition, with no obvious creases, tears, or significant edge wear visible in the images. The surface appears clean, suggesting it may have been stored in a protector.