Pokémon TCG Ponyta 18/147 Card

Name: Pokémon TCG Ponyta 18/147 Card
Brand: Momofthecircus
Availability: LimitedAvailability

Close-up of a Pokémon TCG Ponyta card being held in a hand, showing the character and card details - view 1

1/2

Common (2/10)

Add to Watchlist

QUICK FACTS

DESCRIPTION

A standard non-holographic Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) card featuring the Pokémon Ponyta. The card is a 'Basic' Pokémon with 60 HP. It has two attacks: 'Returning Flames' and 'Live Coal' which deals 10 damage. The card number is 18/147, from an English language set, likely the 'Great Encounters' set or a similar set from around that era (DP era). The artwork depicts Ponyta in an outdoor setting.

CULTURAL ECHOES

Where This Object Echoes

Japanese Mythology / FolkloreAncient to Modern Japan

Ponyta, like many Pokémon, draws inspiration from Japanese folklore creatures and mythological beasts, often integrating fantastical elements with real-world animals.

Ritual & Ceremonial Use

•The competitive play and trading aspects form rituals of social interaction and strategic thinking among players.
•The act of opening booster packs and discovering new cards is a common ritual for collectors.

Meaning Through Time

Late 20th Century

Ponyta was introduced as part of a global pop culture phenomenon, signifying innovation in entertainment and character design.

Early 21st Century

The card evolved into a collectible item, representing personal nostalgia and an entry point into the broader Pokémon universe for new generations.

HISTORICAL STORY

The Pokémon Trading Card Game was first launched in Japan in 1996 and internationally in 1998. Ponyta is one of the original 151 Pokémon from the first generation introduced in the 1990s. The TCG allows players to battle each other using cards representing Pokémon characters, their abilities, and ...

DID YOU KNOW?

Ponyta is a Fire-type Pokémon known for its flaming mane and tail, which are said to be warm to the touch and grow hotter when it runs. It is based on a pony.

The Pokémon TCG has sold billions of cards worldwide, making it one of the most successful collectible card games in history.

MATERIAL & CONDITION

Surface

Smooth, glossy cardstock with a printed image on the front. The edges show slight wear, and the surface appears relatively clean, though minor scratches or dust may be present.

Weight & Feel

Extremely lightweight, typical of a single trading card made from cardstock.

Condition

The card appears to be in played to light play condition, with some minor edge wear visible, particularly along the bottom edge. No major creases or damage are apparent from the provided images.