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Piplup – Phantasmal Flames – 098/094 – Illustration Rare
Add the adorable Piplup 098/094 Illustration Rare from Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution – Phantasmal Flames to your collection.
Featuring beautiful full-card artwork of the beloved Penguin Pokémon, this Illustration Rare is a fantastic addition for Piplup fans, Sinnoh Pokémon enthusiasts and Phantasmal Flames master set builders.
A wonderful choice for collectors who appreciate charming Pokémon artwork, iconic first partner Pokémon and beautifully illustrated trading cards.
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- Game / franchise (stored value)
- Pokémon TCG
- Card name
- Piplup
- Set
- Phantasmal Flames
- Card number
- 098/094
- Rarity
- Illustration Rare
- Language
- English
- Manufacturer
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DIVE INTO YOUR COLLECTION WITH PIPLUP!
Bring the irresistible charm of one of Sinnoh’s most beloved first partner Pokémon to your collection with Piplup 098/094 Illustration Rare from Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution – Phantasmal Flames.
Featuring beautifully illustrated full-card artwork, this collectible Pokémon card celebrates Piplup’s adorable appearance, proud personality and unmistakable penguin-inspired design.
Originally introduced in Pokémon Diamond and Pearl, Piplup is a Water-type Pokémon from the Sinnoh region, known as the Penguin Pokémon.
Recognised for its distinctive blue colouring, small beak and determined expression, Piplup has remained a favourite among Pokémon fans since its introduction.
As one of the three first partner Pokémon available in the Sinnoh region, alongside Turtwig and Chimchar, Piplup represents the beginning of an unforgettable Pokémon adventure.
Despite its small size and adorable appearance, Piplup is known for its proud and independent personality, often refusing assistance even when faced with difficult challenges.
Piplup evolves into Prinplup and eventually Empoleon, a powerful Water- and Steel-type Pokémon with an impressive emperor-inspired design.
This memorable evolutionary journey has made Piplup particularly popular among collectors who appreciate first partner Pokémon and their evolution lines.
ILLUSTRATION RARE COLLECTIBILITY
Illustration Rare cards are among the most visually appealing collectibles in the modern Pokémon Trading Card Game.
Celebrated for their expanded artwork, creative illustrations and distinctive visual storytelling, these cards offer collectors a unique way to appreciate their favourite Pokémon.
Unlike standard Pokémon cards, Illustration Rares place greater emphasis on the featured Pokémon and its surroundings, transforming familiar characters into beautiful collectible pieces.
Piplup 098/094 combines the adorable personality of this iconic Sinnoh Pokémon with the premium presentation of an Illustration Rare.
As a card numbered beyond the standard 094-card set, Piplup 098/094 is an excellent addition for collectors working towards completing the Phantasmal Flames master set.
Whether you’re collecting Illustration Rares, building a dedicated Piplup, Prinplup and Empoleon collection or simply looking for another beautifully illustrated card for your binder, Piplup 098/094 makes a fantastic addition.
CARD DETAILS
• Pokémon: Piplup
• Set: Mega Evolution – Phantasmal Flames
• Card Number: 098/094
• Rarity: Illustration Rare
• Rarity Abbreviation: IR
• Pokémon Category: Penguin Pokémon
• Original Pokémon Type: Water
• Evolution Stage: Basic
• Evolves Into: Prinplup
• Evolution Line: Piplup → Prinplup → Empoleon
• Region of Origin: Sinnoh
• Language: English
• Product Type: Individual Trading Card
PERFECT FOR
• Piplup Pokémon card collectors
• Phantasmal Flames master set builders
• Illustration Rare collectors
• Sinnoh Pokémon collectors
• Piplup, Prinplup and Empoleon evolution line collectors
• Water-type Pokémon enthusiasts
• Pokémon Diamond and Pearl fans
• Generation IV Pokémon collectors
• First Partner Pokémon collections
• Cute Pokémon card collections
• Pokémon Illustration Rare binder collections
• Pokémon master set collectors
• Binder and display collections
• Pokémon TCG collectors
CONDITION NOTICE
The product images shown may be stock images and may not represent the exact card you will receive. The card supplied will be in the condition advertised on this product page and described in the Condition Report.
Individual trading cards may have minor manufacturing variations, including centring, print lines, surface marks, or other factory imperfections consistent with the advertised condition. Please review the product description and Condition Report carefully before purchasing.



