Janine's Secret Art #173

"Janine's Secret Art" from the Prismatic Evolutions set stands out as a highly desirable Special Illustration Rare and a secret card, indicated by its numbering beyond the set's official count (173/131). This combination significantly contributes to its collectibility, as Special Illustration Rares feature unique, full-card artwork, often depicting fan-favorite characters in distinctive scenes, making them challenging to acquire from booster packs. The designation as a secret rare further underscores its scarcity and high pull rate.

The card showcases Janine, the Poison-type Gym Leader, in a special art style, emphasizing her character within the Pokémon world. Beyond its visual appeal, "Janine's Secret Art" is a Supporter card designed to accelerate Energy for Darkness Pokémon. Its effect allows players to attach Basic Darkness Energy to up to two of their Darkness Pokémon directly from the deck, offering a powerful setup advantage. A strategic element is introduced with the condition that if Energy is attached to the Active Pokémon this way, it becomes Poisoned, requiring players to consider this drawback during gameplay.