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Pokémon: Alakazam Series: Team Rocket Set: Base Set Card Number: 18/82 Rarity: Rare Condition: Raw Grade: N/A Year: 1999 Illustrator: Ken Sugimori Dark Alakazam 18/82 is a Psychic-type Stage 2 Pokémon card from the Team Rocket expansion, released in April 2000 as part of the original English TCG run. With 60 HP and artwork by Ken Sugimori, this Rare card evolves from Dark Kadabra and features a shadowy, corrupted aesthetic consistent with the villainous theme of the set. Its eerie flavor text notes that it “never changes expressions, even in the middle of battle,” enhancing its mysterious and unsettling presence. The card has two distinct attacks: "Teleport Blast" (30 damage), which allows you to switch Dark Alakazam with a Benched Pokémon after dealing damage, and "Mind Shock" (40 damage), which ignores Weakness and Resistance. This makes it a disruptive force in gameplay, capable of bypassing defensive strategies. With a Weakness to Psychic (×2), no Resistance, and a Retreat Cost of three, it balances utility with moderate durability. As a key card in the 82-card Team Rocket set, Dark Alakazam 18/82 holds strong nostalgic value for collectors and fans of early Pokémon TCG eras. Whether displayed or used in casual play, its dark theme, historical significance, and unique mechanics make it a prized addition to any vintage collection. Product Details Card Number / Rarity:18/82 / Rare Card Type / HP / Stage:Psychic / 60 / Stage 2 Attack 1:[1PP] Teleport Blast (30) You may switch Dark Alakazam with 1 of your Benched Pokémon. (Do the damage before switching the Pokémon.) Attack 2:[PPP] Mind Shock (40) Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for this attack. (Any other effects that would happen after applying Weakness and Resistance still happen.) Weakness / Resistance / Retreat Cost:P / / 3 Stock Images Shown. All cards are professionally rated for quality assurance. All cards come sleeved, cards above $5 in value come toploaded.  For in hand images please reach out via contact form.