Description
Golisopod ex enters the battlefield to crush your opponents with massive Water-type tactical defense from the breakthrough Paradox Rift expansion!
This listing is for an authentic Golisopod ex Special Illustration Rare single card from the hit Pokémon TCG SV04 Paradox Rift set.
This incredible top-tier chase card is checklist number 246 out of 182, extending deep past the base set line into the ultra-rare secret gallery slots. It features a breathtaking, full-bleed textured alternate art landscape design showcasing Golisopod interacting in a stunningly detailed, stylized environment, paired with a pristine factory holofoil background matrix. Offering immense competitive utility alongside a masterpiece aesthetic layout, this card serves as a definitive crown jewel for master set completionists and serious card investors.
An absolute must-have foundational addition for active competitive Water-type deck setups, dedicated character completionists, or high-end trading card portfolios.
Card Specifications
- Name: Golisopod ex (Special Illustration Rare)
- Card Number: 246 out of 182
- Expansion: Paradox Rift (SV04)
- Set Code: PAR
- Rarity: Special Illustration Rare (SIR)
- Card Type / HP / Stage: Water / 270 HP / Stage 1 (Evolves from Wimpod)
- Attack 1: One Colorless Energy – First Impression (40+ Damage) – If this Pokémon moved from your Bench to the Active Spot during this turn, this attack does 90 more damage.
- Attack 2: Two Water Energy – Skid Out (170 Damage) – During your next turn, this Pokémon can’t attack.
- Weakness: Lightning (x2)
- Resistance: None
- Retreat Cost: 3
- Illustrator: OOYAMA
Frequently Asked Questions
What booster packs contain the Golisopod ex Special Illustration Rare card?
This premium full-art alternate landscape single card can only be pulled from official English Scarlet and Violet Paradox Rift booster packs. It is indexed as a Special Illustration Rare card number 246 out of 182, meaning it occupies the rarest dedicated pull lane at the very back of the pack layout.
How does Golisopod ex First Impression attack function in competitive matches?
The First Impression move costs only one Colorless energy and introduces a powerful active technical modifier. While its base power is 40, if Golisopod ex was cycled from your bench into the Active Spot during the exact same turn, it swings for an additional 90 damage for a lightning-fast 130 damage output.
Why is the SV04 Paradox Rift version of Golisopod ex highly collected?
Unlike standard regular prints or basic ultra-rares, this version features an incredibly detailed, high-texture full-bleed canvas painted by the famous, highly stylized artist OOYAMA. Collectors aggressively hunt this specific variant due to its incredibly low pull rates and its status as one of the standout artistic chase items of the entire block.
What is the best way to protect a Special Illustration Rare card from long-term damage?
To preserve the intricate textured surface and prevent edge whitening or surface scratches, you should immediately slide the card into a tight-fitting penny sleeve and then snap it into a rigid plastic top loader. Storing your single cards this way keeps them safe from physical drop impact, bends, and handling friction.
