Pupitar 9/17
Set: POP Series 1
Released: Sep 1, 2004
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Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #247
- Card Number 9/17
- Card RarityUncommon
- IllustratorHisao Nakamura
- Release Date01/09/2004
- SeriesPOP
- Expansion POP Series 1
- Evolves From
- Evolves To
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionJohto
- Generation Generation 2
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Fighting - Health Points70 HP
- Weakness
Water ×2 - Retreat Cost
Colorless ×1
Attacks
- Rock Smash20+


Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 damage plus 10 more damage.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Pupitar emerging through a rocky, cavernous tunnel, its sharp spikes glowing subtly as it navigates the rugged landscape under dim, shimmering light.
Playability Overview
Pupitar offers a modest attack with potential extra damage, but its reliance on a coin flip and limited HP reduce reliability in competitive play.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Rocky CavernsThis Pupitar card fits nicely on a rugged, rocky-cave page. Place it with other Pokémon that have earth or rock ties, especially those shown in natural underground settings. The dark, rocky background makes it stand out as a solid page anchor for your rock-type cluster.Additional Binder Suggestions: Cave / Gritty / Earth Tones / Rock Solid / Underground Depths






























