Floette 102/162 Pokémon Trading Card

Name: Floette 102/162 Pokémon Trading Card
Brand: Momofthecircus
Availability: LimitedAvailability

A Floette Pokémon trading card from 2015, featuring a whimsical illustration of the Pokémon with a red flower.

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DESCRIPTION

A 'Floette' Pokémon trading card, specifically card number 102 from 162 in its set. The card features a colorful illustration of the Pokémon Floette, a 'Single Bloom Pokémon', with a red flower. It is a 'Stage 1' Pokémon, evolving from Flabébé, with 70 HP. Its attacks are 'Aromatherapy' and 'Magical Leaf'. The card indicates a weakness to 'Fire' type, resistance to 'Fighting' type, and a retreat cost of one energy.

CULTURAL ECHOES

Where This Object Echoes

Japanese Mythology/FolkloreAncient to Modern

Many Pokémon designs draw inspiration from traditional Japanese folklore, mythical creatures, or natural elements. Floette, with its strong connection to flowers and nature, embodies themes seen in entities like kodama (tree spirits) or flower sprites.

Magical Girl GenreMid-20th Century to Present

The aesthetic of Floette, a small, cute creature associated with magic and nature, shares similarities with companions or characters often found in the magical girl anime and manga genre, emphasizing beauty, compassion, and natural powers.

Ritual & Ceremonial Use

•Collecting and trading cards among enthusiasts and players.
•Strategic gameplay within the Pokémon Trading Card Game.
•Showcasing cherished cards in binders or protective displays.

Meaning Through Time

1990s-early 2000s

Primarily a children's game and collectible, focused on 'catching 'em all' and simple battle mechanics.

2000s-2010s

Evolved into a more complex strategic game with competitive play, while also retaining its collectible aspect driven by artwork and character appeal.

2010s-Present

Became a significant investment market for rare cards, alongside its continued popularity as a game and cultural icon, attracting both nostalgic adults and new generations.

HISTORICAL STORY

Pokémon trading cards originated in 1996 in Japan and quickly grew into a global phenomenon, becoming one of the most popular trading card games worldwide. Floette is a Fairy-type Pokémon introduced in the sixth generation of the Pokémon franchise (2013). This card, dated 2015, belongs to a later ...

DID YOU KNOW?

Floette is known as the Single Bloom Pokémon and is typically depicted holding a single flower, which can vary in color, signifying different forms of the Pokémon.

The character Floette played a significant role in one of the most emotionally impactful narratives in the Pokémon X and Y video games, involving a character named AZ and his Floette who lived for an extremely long time.

MATERIAL & CONDITION

Surface

The card has a smooth, laminated surface typical of trading cards. The artwork is printed in vibrant colors, and the text is clear. There appears to be some minor surface wear visible in the image.

Weight & Feel

Lightweight and thin, as expected for a standard trading card made of cardstock.

Condition

The card shows some slight edge wear and potentially minor surface scratches consistent with handling and typical play, but no major creases or damage are immediately apparent from the provided image. The corners appear relatively sharp.