Tyranitar 40/147
Set: Aquapolis
Released: Jan 15, 2003
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Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #248
- Card Number 40/147
- Card RarityRare
- IllustratorNaoyo Kimura
- Release Date15/01/2003
- SeriesE-Card
- Expansion Aquapolis
- Evolves From
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionJohto
- Generation Generation 2
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Darkness - Health Points120 HP
- Weakness
Fighting ×2 - Resistance
Psychic -30 - Retreat Cost


Colorless ×3
Attacks
- Destructive Roar

Flip a coin. If heads, discard 1 Energy card attached to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon.
- Tail Slap30



- Gigacrush60





Each player discards the top 3 cards from his or her deck.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Tyranitar standing menacingly in a dark, stormy jungle, illuminated by jagged lightning that highlights its formidable, armored body amidst dense foliage and towering trees.
Playability Overview
Tyranitar offers strategic deck thinning with Gigacrush and energy disruption via Destructive Roar, but its high retreat cost and reliance on coin flips require careful timing and support.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Primal FuryThis Tyranitar card radiates raw power with its fierce stance and rocky background. It demands to be featured on a page dedicated to heavy hitters, perhaps near other Stage 2 Pokémon that evoke strength. The dynamic feel of its attacks can really set the tone for an "Epic Battles" theme.Additional Binder Suggestions: Mountain / Intense / Earthy Tones / Destructive Power / Clash of Titans




























