Chien-Pao ex 261/193
Set: Paldea Evolved
Released: Jun 9, 2023
Pokémon
Water Type
Special Illustration Rare Pull Rate: 1 in 473.2 packs (0.2%)
Water Type
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Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #1002
- Card Number 261/193
- Card RaritySpecial Illustration Rare
- Illustratorkodama
- Release Date09/06/2023
- Regulation MarkG
- SeriesScarlet & Violet
- Expansion Paldea Evolved
- Standard FormatLegal
- Expanded FormatLegal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraModern
- Production StatusIn Print
- RegionPaldea
- Generation Generation 9
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Water
- Health Points220 HP
- Weakness
Metal ×2
- Retreat Cost
Colorless ×2
Water 
Metal ×2 
Abilities
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Ability:
Shivery Chill
Once during your turn, if this Pokémon is in the Active Spot, you may search your deck for up to 2 Basic Water Energy cards, reveal them, and put them into your hand. Then, shuffle your deck.
Attacks
- Hail Blade60×
You may discard any amount of Water Energy from your Pokémon. This attack does 60 damage for each card you discarded in this way.
Rules
- Pokémon ex rule: When your Pokémon ex is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Chien-Pao, a sleek, azure-and-ice Pokémon, dynamically posed in a swirling, blizzard-like environment. The scene is filled with a sense of motion, as if Chien-Pao is leaping through a snowstorm. The background is a tumultuous swirl of icy winds and snowflakes, enhancing the feeling of a frosty, energetic landscape.The art style is vibrant and dynamic, using a cool color palette dominated by blues and whites, with hints of darker shades to provide depth. The shading conveys the glistening effect of ice and snow, emphasizing Chien-Pao’s icy attributes.
Playability Overview
Chien-Pao ex offers strategic energy acceleration and flexible damage scaling through its ability and attack, encouraging careful energy management for optimal burst damage.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Frosty MajestyThis card exudes a chill vibe with its icy blue tones and the majestic wolf-like design. It's perfect for a "Winter Wonders" theme page. Pair it with other ice types or Pokémon that evoke a sense of frosty landscapes. The details in its fur and the shimmering effects give it a regal feel, making it a standout piece.Additional Binder Suggestions: Glacier / Serene / Cool Tones / Winter Sports / Ice Powers
looks like winter is finally here