Passimian Pokémon Trading Card

Name: Passimian Pokémon Trading Card
Brand: Momofthecircus
Availability: InStock

Close-up of an English Pokémon trading card 'Passimian' held in a hand, showing its artwork, HP, abilities, and attacks.

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DESCRIPTION

An English language Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) card featuring the Pokémon Passimian. The card is a Basic Pokémon, has 110 HP, and lists its ability 'Power Huddle' and attack 'Rock Hurl'. The card number is 70/156, indicating it is from a larger set. The artwork depicts Passimian, a primate-like Pokémon, in an action stance amidst a rocky, natural environment.

CULTURAL ECHOES

Where This Object Echoes

Japanese Mythology/FolkloreContemporary

Many Pokémon designs, including primate-like creatures, draw inspiration from elements of Japanese folklore, mythical animals, and natural spirits, adapting them into modern character designs.

Wildlife and NatureEternal

Passimian's design and abilities are directly inspired by real-world primates, particularly lemurs, emphasizing teamwork and communal behavior within the animal kingdom.

Ritual & Ceremonial Use

•Strategic gameplay in the Pokémon Trading Card Game, involving deck building and battle mechanics.
•Collecting and trading cards as part of a hobby, often involving specific storage and display methods.
•Participating in organized play events or casual gatherings to play the game.

Meaning Through Time

Late 20th Century

Introduced as a novel fusion of video game characters into a physical collectible card game, representing digital creatures in a tangible format.

Early 21st Century

Evolved from merely a game component into significant cultural icons and valuable collectible items, especially rare or historically significant cards.

Present Day

Continues to be a popular game and collectible, often serving as a nostalgic touchstone for adults who grew up with the franchise, while also attracting new generations of players and collectors.

HISTORICAL STORY

The Pokémon Trading Card Game was first released in Japan in 1996 and internationally in 1998. It quickly gained immense popularity, becoming a global phenomenon. Cards like this Passimian are part of various expansion sets released over the years, contributing to an continually evolving game and collectible market.

DID YOU KNOW?

Passimian is known as the 'Teamwork Pokémon' in the Pokémon universe, reflecting its ability 'Power Huddle' on the card, which relies on other Passimian on the bench.

The character Passimian is inspired by lemurs, specifically the ring-tailed lemur, which are known for their social structures and group behaviors.

MATERIAL & CONDITION

Surface

Smooth, glossy cardboard surface typical of modern trading cards. The colors are vibrant and the print quality is high.

Weight & Feel

Lightweight and flexible, as expected for a single trading card made of paper-based material.

Condition

The card appears to be in near mint to excellent condition, with no immediately visible creases, tears, or significant edge wear. The corners seem sharp, and the surface is clean, typical of a card recently handled or stored well.