Growlithe 181/167

This is Growlithe, card number 181/167 from the Twilight Masquerade set. Because the first number is higher than the set total of 167, this is a card that sits beyond the main numbered run, which is where the special rarity treatments live in modern sets.

This printing is an Illustration Rare, a rarity tier that puts the focus squarely on the artwork. Illustration Rares show the Pokemon in a full scene with detailed backgrounds, giving artists room to tell a small story rather than simply present the Pokemon, and they have become a favourite collecting target since their introduction.

Collectors look for the Twilight Masquerade Growlithe Illustration Rare for its charming character art and its place among the set's special illustrations. Growlithe has long been a fan favourite, and a well composed Illustration Rare gives that popularity a fitting showcase.

Condition and authenticity

This card meets Monster Mart's Mint condition standard:

• Corners: No visible fraying or whitening
• Edges: Smooth and clean, no silvering
• Surface: Free of scratches, dents, creases or smudges
• Centering: Within 60/40 front limit

Every card is authenticated and thoroughly inspected by Monster Mart, and ships tracked from Brisbane in protective sleeves and rigid holders.