Tentacruel 38/147
Set: Aquapolis
Released: Jan 15, 2003
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Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #73
- Card Number 38/147
- Card RarityRare
- IllustratorHajime Kusajima
- Release Date15/01/2003
- SeriesE-Card
- Expansion Aquapolis
- Evolves From
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionKanto
- Generation Generation 1
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Water - Health Points70 HP
- Weakness
Lightning ×2
Water 
Lightning ×2 Abilities
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Poké-Power:
Strange Tentacles
Once during your turn (before your attack), as long as the number of Energy cards attached to the Defending Pokémon is less than the number of Energy cards attached to your Active Pokémon, you may choose an Energy card, if any, in your opponent's discard pile and attach it to the Defending Pokémon. This power can't be used if Tentacruel is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks
- Poison Sting20
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Tentacruel drifting silently through an eerie, glowing underwater landscape, its numerous tentacles undulating gracefully amidst ethereal blue light and mysterious aquatic structures in the shadowy depths.
Playability Overview
Tentacruel’s ability to recycle Energy from the opponent’s discard pile offers strategic resource control, enabling sustained pressure while balancing the risk of Special Conditions limiting its power usage.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Ocean DepthsThis artwork of Tentacruel captures a mysterious underwater vibe, with its vibrant blues and soft, flowing tentacles. It deserves a spot among other aquatic Pokémon, especially those with a mystical or eerie aesthetic. Pair it with cards that evoke a sense of deep-sea exploration or oceanic wonder, avoiding more cheerful beach-themed cards.Additional Binder Suggestions: Ocean / Mysterious / Ethereal Blue / Deep Sea / Jellyfish Vibes
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