Drowzee (Basic Pokémon) Trading Card

Name: Drowzee (Basic Pokémon) Trading Card
Brand: Momofthecircus
Availability: LimitedAvailability

Pokémon Drowzee (Basic) Base Set trading card, showing character, HP, attacks, and stats.

Uncommon (5/10)

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DESCRIPTION

A first edition (shadowless) 'Basic' Pokémon trading card, featuring the character Drowzee. The card has a purple background with the character Drowzee depicted. It is a LV.12 card with 60 HP and two attacks: 'Pound' for 10 damage and 'Confuse Ray' for 10 damage, which can leave the opponent's Active Pokémon confused. The card details Drowzee as the 'Hypnosis Pokémon' with a height of 3'03" and weight of 71.4 lbs. It shows a weak resistance of x2.

CULTURAL ECHOES

Where This Object Echoes

Japanese MythologyFolklore throughout Japanese history

Drowzee, known as the 'Hypnosis Pokémon,' draws inspiration from the Baku, a mythical creature in Japanese folklore believed to devour nightmares, explaining its sleep-related abilities.

PsychologyAcross various periods

The concept of hypnosis and mind-altering abilities, central to Drowzee's character, is a recurring theme in various mythologies and psychological studies related to subconscious states.

Ritual & Ceremonial Use

•Collecting and trading cards: The card serves as a collectible item and a component of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, involving aspects of strategic play and community interaction.
•Childhood play and imagination: The cards are often used in imaginative play, allowing children to enact stories and battles with the Pokémon characters.

Meaning Through Time

Late 1990s - Early 2000s

Primarily seen as a game piece and a collectible item aimed at children and young adults, promoting strategic thinking and social interaction through trading.

2010s - Present

Evolved into a nostalgic item for adult collectors from the original generation, often viewed as an investment or a significant cultural artifact of a global media phenomenon.

HISTORICAL STORY

The Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) was first released in Japan in 1996 and then in North America in 1999. The 'Basic' label indicates it is a foundational Pokémon that can be played without evolving from another. Drowzee is an original Generation I Pokémon. This specific card appears to be from ...

DID YOU KNOW?

Drowzee's design is inspired by the baku, a Japanese mythical creature that devours nightmares, reflecting its psychic abilities and 'Hypnosis Pokémon' classification.

The 'Shadowless' variant of the Base Set cards, like this Drowzee, were printed for a short period before a shadowed border was added to the card design, making them distinct and generally more valuable than their shadowed counterparts.

MATERIAL & CONDITION

Surface

Smooth, glossy cardstock with a printed finish. The text and artwork appear clear and vibrant.

Weight & Feel

Lightweight, typical for a single trading card made of cardstock.

Condition

The card appears to be in relatively good condition with some minor wear visible on the edges and corners, consistent with light handling. Slight surface scuffs might be present but are not clearly discernable from the image.