Description
The legendary messenger from the first film!
Relive the iconic opening scene of the 1999 cinematic masterpiece! This Dragonite promo card captures the moment when the "Guardian of the Sea" delivers the mysterious invitation to Ash and his friends.
As the second card in the exclusive Warner Bros. four-part series, this Dragonite has become an instant favorite with fans who have admired its transition from powerful dragon to gentle messenger. Printed during the height of the original Pokémon craze, it remains a pillar of nostalgia for the "Generation 1" era.
Product Details and Origin
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Exclusive "Series 1" Promotion: Dragonite is designated as card #5 in the Black Star Promo series and was the second card released for this specific film promotion.
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Distributed by Warner Bros. Studio Store: Like others in the set, this card was given away with any $10 purchase at Warner Bros. Studio Stores.
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Theatrical Distribution: This card was also distributed to fans who attended the original theatrical screening of Pokémon: The First Movie.
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Classic Attributes: Features Dragonite with 90 HP and the "Slam" attack, presented in the beloved aesthetic of the original Fossil/Base set.
Why it's a collector's item
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Iconic gold foil stamp: Authenticated by the distinctive "Kids WB! Presents Pokémon The First Movie" gold foil stamp on the artwork, a hallmark of the 1999 promotions.
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Scenario relevance: This book-specific illustration represents the essential "mailman" role played by Dragonite in the plot movie.
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Rarity in the set: Many collectors consider the Dragonite and Mewtwo cards in this set to be the most visually striking due to their higher HP and artwork.
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Archival value: Owning this card is like owning a ticket stub from the global Pokémon phenomenon of 1999.
