Even with how much devotion to black it gives you and how cool it is, most of the price comes from its place on the Reserved List
Peregrine Drake
Rootwire Amalgam In a world of giant robots, Rootwire Amalgam sets itself apart as the giant-ist: a 15/15 you can attack with on turn five
Its Shell Spikes ability makes an opponent discard an energy if its damaged
From there, it explodes into a myriad of other rarities, many focusing on distinct foiling patterns like Ultimate Rare (embossed foil), Ghost Rare (a 3D holographic image), Collector's Rare, the recent Quarter Century Secret Rare, and Platinum Secret Rare
Pokemon Card Dimensions Breakdown (Height, Width, Thickness) Card Height vs Width Explained Understanding orientation helps when measuring: Height (long edge): 3.5 inches (88 mm) Width (short edge): 2.5 inches (63 mm) Cards are designed vertically (portrait orientation), which influences artwork layout and gameplay readability