History
Arcanine, the Legendary Pokémon, is an iconic figure from the first generation of Pokémon, renowned for its speed and loyalty. Its appearance in the Base Set, numbered 23/102, positions it among the most sought-after non-holographic cards from this foundational expansion. Despite being classified as "Uncommon," its presence is crucial for completing the Base Set collection, especially in its rare 1st Edition.
Ken Sugimori's artwork for this Arcanine card perfectly captures the majestic and powerful essence of the Pokémon. Sugimori's distinctive style, who designed most of the original Pokémon, imbues this card with undeniable authenticity and nostalgia. The dynamic pose of Arcanine, ready for action, is a testament to the artist's talent in bringing these legendary creatures to life on a simple piece of cardboard.
The Base Set is the very first expansion of the Pokémon Trading Card Game and laid the groundwork for everything that followed. Released with the 1st Edition, it is the cornerstone for any collector. Owning a Base Set 1st Edition Arcanine 23/102, even in its non-holographic version, represents a piece of Pokémon TCG history, a reminder of the early days of card collecting passion.
