History
Farfetch'd is a Duck Pokémon known for always carrying a leek stalk, which it uses as a weapon or to build its nest. It's famous for its scarcity in the Pokémon world, making encounters with it quite special.
The Farfetch'd 27/102 card hails from the iconic Base Set, the very first Pokémon Trading Card Game expansion released in the West in 1999. This set launched the TCG phenomenon and remains a cornerstone for any serious collector. The "1st Edition" print, identifiable by its small "Edition 1" logo on the left side of the artwork, is particularly sought after.
Ken Sugimori's artwork, from the primary art director and designer of many Pokémon, depicts Farfetch'd in a dynamic pose, proudly brandishing its leek. Sugimori's classic style is instantly recognizable and contributes significantly to the authenticity and nostalgic value of this Base Set card. Its "Uncommon" rarity makes it an accessible yet essential piece for completing the set.
Fun facts
- Farfetch'd was one of the few Generation I Pokémon that originally did not have an evolution or pre-evolution, until the introduction of Sirfetch'd in Generation VIII.
- The card number, 27/102, signifies that it is the 27th card out of 102 cards in the Base Set expansion.
- Ken Sugimori's artwork for this card is consistent with the sprite used for Farfetch'd in the original Pokémon Red and Blue video games, reinforcing the connection between the TCG and the main series games.