Articuno is a Pokémon trading card. Below you will find its full details and artwork.

Last updated September 2, 2026 · 1 min read

Articuno

Articuno

Water
  • CategoryPokémon
  • HP80
  • RarityPromo
  • Card number#48
  • IllustratorAtsuko Nishida
  • ResistanceFighting -30
  • Retreat cost2

Abilities

Aurora Veil Pokémon Power

As long as Articuno is your Active Pokémon, your Benched Pokémon do not take damage from and are not affected by attacks. This power cannot be used if Articuno is affected by a Special Condition.

Attacks

Ice Beam 30
Cost: Water, Water, Colorless, Colorless

Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.

“A legendary bird Pokémon that is said to appear to doomed people who are lost in icy mountains.”

Frequently asked questions

Who illustrated Articuno?

Articuno was illustrated by Atsuko Nishida.

How much HP does Articuno have?

Articuno has 80 HP.

What type is Articuno?

Articuno is a Water type Pokémon card.

Is Articuno tournament legal?

Articuno is legal in the following formats: Unlimited.

How many attacks does Articuno have?

Articuno has 1 attack.

Key terms on this card

Water
The Water type, covering Water and Ice Pokémon.
Rarity: Promo
A promotional card distributed outside standard booster packs.
HP
Hit Points — the damage a Pokémon can take before it is Knocked Out.
Resistance
Reduces the damage this Pokémon takes from a specific type.
Retreat cost
The amount of Energy needed to switch this Pokémon to the Bench.
Stage
Whether the Pokémon is Basic or an Evolution (Stage 1 or Stage 2).

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