Alakazam 33/165
Set: Expedition Base Set
Released: Sep 15, 2002
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Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #65
- Card Number 33/165
- Card RarityRare
- IllustratorHajime Kusajima
- Release Date15/09/2002
- SeriesE-Card
- Expansion Expedition Base Set
- Evolves From
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionKanto
- Generation Generation 1
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Psychic - Health Points100 HP
- Weakness
Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
Colorless ×2
Psychic 
Abilities
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Poké-Power:
Psymimic
Once during your turn, instead of Alakazam's normal attack, you may choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon's attacks. Alakazam copies that attack including its Energy costs and anything else required in order to use that attack, such as discarding Energy cards. (No matter what type that Pokémon is, Alakazam's type is still Psychic.) This power can't be used if Alakazam is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks
- Syncroblast80
If Alakazam and the Defending Pokémon don't have the same number of Energy cards attached to them, this attack's base damage is 20 instead of 80.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Alakazam meditating in a mystical forest cave, surrounded by glowing orbs of psychic energy that illuminate the serene, enchanted environment where its mental powers amplify.
Playability Overview
Alakazam's ability to copy opponents' attacks offers strategic versatility, allowing adaptation to various situations and energy costs, but requires careful timing to avoid special conditions and maximize damage potential.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Psychic SerenityThis Alakazam exudes a calm yet powerful presence, perfect for a mystical "Mindscape" page. The gentle purple hues and meditative pose would harmonize beautifully with other Psychic types like Mewtwo or Espeon. Avoid pairing it with aggressive cards; it needs a tranquil atmosphere to shine.Additional Binder Suggestions: Mystic Forest / Calm / Soft Purple / Psychic Powers / Meditation
