The Scarlet & Violet era: Illustration Rare and Special Illustration Rare (2023-present) With the launch of Scarlet & Violet in March 2023, The Pokemon Company restructured the entire rarity system and gave alternative illustrations their own official symbols and designations
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Hei Bai, Forest Guardian Hei Bai, Forest Guardian digs for a shrine upon entry and gives you a good payoff for controlling a few shrines
Unstoppable Slasher One of the most successful threats for black midrange decks in Standard, Unstoppable Slasher is brutal in combat
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