Ponyta 014/083 Toys R Us Pokémon Promo Card

Character: Charizard

Set: Toys R Us Promo

Series: 

Card Number: 014/083

Rarity: Promo

Condition: Raw

Grade: N/A

Year: 2016

Illustrator: Tomokazu Komiya

The Ponyta (014/083) Toys "R" Us Promo card is a dazzling and sought-after collectible from the Pokémon Trading Card Game, originally released as part of the 20th Anniversary celebration in 2016. This special holographic card was available exclusively at Toys "R" Us stores in North America, making it a nostalgic treasure for fans of both the retailer and the franchise. Featuring the fiery, galloping Fire-type Pokémon Ponyta in stunning holographic detail, the card stands out with a unique "Toys 'R' Us" stamp in the bottom right corner of the artwork, marking its rare promotional status. As part of the XY: Generations expansion, this card is not only a beautiful representation of a classic Pokémon but also a commemorative piece of Pokémon TCG history

In terms of gameplay, Ponyta is a Basic Fire-type Pokémon with 60 HP, making it a quick and agile presence on the battlefield. It boasts two attacks: Agility, a single Fire energy attack that deals 10 damage and includes a coin flip to potentially prevent all damage and effects from the opponent’s next turn, and Flame Tail, which deals 20 damage. With a single Colorless retreat cost and a weakness to Water-type attacks, Ponyta maintains the classic balance seen in early Pokémon designs. While primarily cherished as a collectible, its simple yet effective moveset makes it a fun addition to casual decks, especially for fans building nostalgic or thematic Fire-type lineups.

This promo card is highly valued for its scarcity and exclusive distribution, particularly because Ponyta, Tangela, Slowpoke, and Geodude from this series were only available in Canadian Toys "R" Us locations, increasing their rarity. Graded Near Mint or higher, the Ponyta 014/83 promo can command significant prices in the secondary market, appealing to collectors seeking to complete their anniversary sets or showcase rare promotional prints. Whether displayed in a protective sleeve, part of a curated collection, or used in friendly matches, the Ponyta Toys "R" Us Promo card captures the magic of Pokémon’s legacy and the excitement of exclusive in-store releases.

Card Type / HP / Stage:Fire / 60 / Basic

Attack 1:[R] Agility (10)
Flip a coin. If heads, prevent all effects of attacks, including damage, done to this Pokémon during your opponent's next turn.

Attack 2:[2] Flame Tail (20)

Weakness / Resistance / Retreat Cost:Wx2 / / 1