Description
The High-Voltage Finale of the First Movie Collection!
Power up your nostalgia with the final piece of the 1999 cinema puzzle! This Electabuzz promo card was the fourth card released in the legendary Warner Bros. series, representing the raw electric power seen in the battles of the first film. As a staple of the original "Generation 1" era, Electabuzz was a highly coveted card for its aggressive playstyle and striking artwork, serving as a perfect conclusion to the theatrical promotion.
Product Details & Origin
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Exclusive "Series 1" Promo: Electabuzz is designated as card #2 in the Black Star Promo series and was the final card in this specific four-part movie set.
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Warner Bros. Studio Store Distribution: This card was given to customers with any purchase of $10 or more at Warner Bros. Studio Stores during the promotional window.
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Theatrical Giveaway: This card was handed out to moviegoers during the original 1999 theatrical run of Pokémon: The First Movie.
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Classic Attributes: Features Electabuzz with 70 HP and the "Light Screen" and "Quick Attack" abilities, rendered in the iconic original TCG style.
Why It’s a Collector’s Essential
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Iconic Gold Foil Stamp: Authenticated by the distinct "Kids WB! Presents Pokémon The First Movie" gold foil stamp on the right side of the artwork.
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The Full Set Completion: For many fans in 1999, obtaining Electabuzz meant they had successfully "caught 'em all" in the movie promo series.
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Vintage Aesthetic: The card captures the classic Ken Sugimori art style that defined the early days of the Pokémon global phenomenon.
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Pop Culture Artifact: Like the others in the set, this card remains a physical time capsule of the 1999 "Poké-fever".
