Description
Chimchar – 031/167 – Reverse Holo – Twilight Masquerade
The Twilight Masquerade expansion builds on the Scarlet & Violet era with a focus on festival themes, masked Pokémon, and enhanced foil treatments. As one of the major sets in the generation, Twilight Masquerade features updated rarity symbols, silver borders, and modern holo patterns that define the current Pokémon TCG aesthetic. Reverse Holo singles like Chimchar remain essential for collectors completing full Twilight Masquerade binders or building parallel foil sets.
The Reverse Holo Pokemon card type features a reflective foil pattern across the entire background of the card while leaving the artwork window non‑holo. Twilight Masquerade Reverse Holos use a textured, shimmering foil that increases color depth and visual contrast, making each card stand out compared to its standard version. Reverse Holo Pokemon are popular among collectors who enjoy completing full parallel sets or adding visually enhanced versions of their favorite Pokémon to their binders.
Chimchar, the Chimp Pokémon, is known for its fiery personality, quick movement, and evolution into Monferno and Infernape. In Twilight Masquerade, Chimchar maintains its identity as a Fire‑type with early‑game moves focused on chip damage, tempo setup, and evolution support. Its artwork highlights its energetic stance and flame‑tipped tail, giving Chimchar 031/167 strong binder appeal. The Reverse Holo treatment adds shine and depth, making it a standout card for collectors who appreciate Fire‑type aesthetics.
In tournament play, Chimchar typically functions as an early‑turn evolution piece with moves designed to stabilize board presence or prepare for Monferno and Infernape. Its first attack often provides low‑cost pressure or minor utility, helping players maintain tempo. Its second attack offers modest damage output, giving decks a reliable option when energy is available. While Chimchar is not a competitive centerpiece, it is valued in formats where Fire‑type synergy, evolution lines, or tempo‑based strategies matter.
The artwork for Chimchar 031/167 is illustrated by Souichirou Gunjima, whose style is known for sharp motion lines, bold color contrasts, and expressive character poses. Gunjima frequently emphasizes movement and energy, making his Fire‑type Pokémon appear lively, bright, and visually striking. In this card, Gunjima’s composition enhances Chimchar’s animated stance and fiery tail, with the Reverse Holo pattern amplifying the sense of motion and brightness. Collectors who appreciate artist‑focused binder pages often seek out Gunjima’s cards for their distinct visual identity.
Attributes Table
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Set | Twilight Masquerade |
| Card Number | 031/167 |
| Card Type | Reverse Holo Pokemon |
| Pokémon | Chimchar |
| Condition | Near Mint |
| Collector Use | Set Completion / Reverse Holo Parallel |
FAQ
Is this card holographic Yes — it is the Reverse Holo Pokemon version.
Is this card playable in decks Yes. It is a standard format‑legal card.
Is this card numbered Yes. It is card 031/167 from Twilight Masquerade.
What condition is the card in Near Mint with clean edges, sharp corners, and strong surface shine.
Why do collectors want Chimchar cards It’s a popular Fire‑type starter with strong artwork and evolution relevance.
Does this card pair well with other variants Yes — especially Monferno, Infernape, and Fire‑type support cards.
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