Teal Mask Ogerpon (Basic) Pokémon Trading Card

Name: Teal Mask Ogerpon (Basic) Pokémon Trading Card
Brand: Momofthecircus
Availability: LimitedAvailability

Close-up of a 'Teal Mask Ogerpon' Basic Pokémon trading card held in a hand, showing its holographic artwork and text. - view 1

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DESCRIPTION

A 'Teal Mask Ogerpon' Basic Pokémon trading card from the Pokémon TCG (Trading Card Game). The card features a vibrant illustration of the Pokémon Ogerpon in its Teal Mask form against a scenic background, likely depicting a mountainous or forest setting at dusk or dawn. The card has a holographic or 'reverse holo' finish, indicated by the reflective surface, particularly visible around the artwork and text. It shows the Pokémon's type (Grass), HP (110), two attacks ('Mountain Stroll' and 'Ogre Comeback'), weakness, resistance, and retreat cost. The card bears set information '177/172' and a 'SV' series symbol, indicating it is an uncommon or rare card from a recent set.

CULTURAL ECHOES

Where This Object Echoes

Japanese Folklore (Oni)Ancient to present-day Japan

Ogerpon's design, particularly its mask motif and 'ogre' naming convention, is directly inspired by the Oni figures from Japanese folklore, often depicted as powerful, horned demons or ogres, typically wearing masks.

HISTORICAL STORY

The Pokémon Trading Card Game was first released in Japan in 1996 and internationally in 1998, based on the popular Pokémon video game franchise. It quickly became a global phenomenon, evolving through numerous sets and generations, each introducing new Pokémon and game mechanics. Trading cards ...

DID YOU KNOW?

Ogerpon is unique among Pokémon in that its appearance (and typing in the video games) changes based on the mask it wears, with the Teal Mask being its default form.

The Pokémon Trading Card Game holds the Guinness World Record for the best-selling trading card game, having sold tens of billions of cards worldwide.

MATERIAL & CONDITION

Surface

The card has a smooth, glossy, and reflective surface characteristic of holographic or 'reverse holo' Pokémon cards. The artwork area exhibits a subtle shimmering effect, while the overall card surface is flat and even.

Weight & Feel

Lightweight and thin, as expected for a standard trading card, approximately the weight of a thick piece of paper or thin cardboard.

Condition

The card appears to be in excellent, near-mint condition with no obvious creases, bends, or edge wear visible. The surface reflectivity is unimpaired, suggesting it has been handled carefully or recently pulled from a pack.