{"product_id":"espeon-48-108-pokemon-dark-explorers-raw","title":"Espeon 48\/108 Pokémon Dark Explorers Raw","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharacter: \u003c\/b\u003eEspeon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSet:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack \u0026amp; White\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries: \u003c\/strong\u003eDark Explorers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCard Number: \u003c\/strong\u003e48\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rare\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: \u003c\/strong\u003eRaw\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e N\/A\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear: \u003c\/strong\u003e2011\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrator:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eKen Sugimori\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"svelte-1h0qgmu fade-in\"\u003eEspeon (48\/108) from the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem class=\"svelte-1h0qgmu\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"svelte-1h0qgmu fade-in\"\u003eDark Explorers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"svelte-1h0qgmu fade-in\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eexpansion of the Pokémon Trading Card Game is a striking Psychic-type Stage 1 card that captures the elegance and power of this beloved Eeveelution. With its sleek purple and pink design and radiant gem-like eyes, Espeon stands as a symbol of psychic energy and foresight. This card features captivating artwork by Mizue, showcasing Espeon in a poised, graceful stance that reflects its keen sensitivity to shifts in the air—so acute that it can predict the weather. As part of the 52nd Pokémon TCG expansion released in May 2012,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem class=\"svelte-1h0qgmu\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"svelte-1h0qgmu fade-in\"\u003eDark Explorers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"svelte-1h0qgmu fade-in\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ebrought a wave of powerful new Pokémon-EX and Trainer cards, and Espeon remains a fan favorite for both its aesthetic appeal and strategic gameplay value.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"svelte-1h0qgmu fade-in\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"svelte-1h0qgmu\"\u003eIn battle, Espeon brings a unique combination of defensive resilience and disruptive offense. Its\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"svelte-1h0qgmu\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"svelte-1h0qgmu\"\u003eSolar Revelation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"svelte-1h0qgmu\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAbility prevents all effects of your opponent’s attacks—except damage—on each of your Pokémon that has at least one Energy attached, making it a strong defensive anchor in decks that rely on consistent Energy attachment. This ability shines in formats where status conditions like paralysis or sleep can cripple your strategy. Offensively, Espeon can use\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"svelte-1h0qgmu\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"svelte-1h0qgmu\"\u003ePsy Report\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"svelte-1h0qgmu\"\u003e, a [2 Psychic Energy] attack that deals 60 damage and forces your opponent to reveal their hand, offering valuable insight into their next moves. With 90 HP, a retreat cost of just 1 Colorless Energy, and a Rare rarity designation, this card strikes a balance between durability, utility, and accessibility for collectors and players alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"svelte-1h0qgmu fade-in\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"svelte-1h0qgmu\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Espeon (48\/108) card from\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem class=\"svelte-1h0qgmu\"\u003eDark Explorers\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis available in both standard and Reverse Holofoil versions, with the latter offering a shimmering, eye-catching finish that enhances its collectible appeal. Special promotional versions, including Crosshatch Holofoil prints awarded to participants of the 2012–2013 National Championships and gold \"Staff\" stamped variants for event organizers, have made this card a prized item among serious collectors. Whether you're building a competitive Psychic-type deck, completing your\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem class=\"svelte-1h0qgmu\"\u003eDark Explorers\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eset, or simply cherishing a beautifully designed Pokémon card, Espeon (48\/108) is a radiant addition to any collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-v-9476eeef=\"\"\u003eCard Type \/ HP \/ Stage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-v-9476eeef=\"\"\u003ePsychic \/ 90 \/ Stage 1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-v-9476eeef=\"\"\u003eCard Text:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-v-9476eeef=\"\"\u003eSolar Revelation - Prevent all effects of your opponent's attacks, except damage, done to each of your Pokemon that has any Energy attached to it. 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