Dipplin #170

The Dipplin 170/167 card from the 2024 Twilight Masquerade expansion is a notable Illustration Rare, signifying its status as a secret rare due to its numbering beyond the set's standard card count. This elevated rarity, combined with its unique full-art presentation, positions it as a highly collectible card. Illustration Rares are characterized by their distinct, often whimsical, artwork that covers the entire card frame, making them visually appealing. The inherent lower pull rate for secret rare cards further contributes to its desirability among collectors.

Artist Akira Komayama brings Dipplin to life with an illustration that is specific to this card, setting it apart from its common counterparts. Beyond its visual appeal, Dipplin offers interesting gameplay mechanics. Its "Festival Lead" Ability allows it to use an attack twice in a turn if the "Festival Grounds" Stadium card is in play, providing a powerful strategic advantage. This can even lead to sequential KOs. The "Do the Wave" attack deals damage based on the number of Benched Pokémon, offering scalable offensive power. The card's flavor text, "The head sticking out belongs to the fore-wyrm, while the tail belongs to the core-wyrm. The two share one apple and help each other out," offers a charming insight into the species' cooperative nature.