Growlithe and Groudon Illustration Rares from "Storm Emeralda"! - PokeBeach

What the report says

PokeBeach reports that two illustration rare cards, Growlithe and Groudon, have been shown for the upcoming Pokémon Trading Card Game set “Storm Emeralda.” The site says the set is scheduled to launch in Japan on July 31, with additional secret rare cards expected to surface in the coming days. The report was published by PokeBeach writer Steffen, according to the article page.

The revealed Growlithe is listed as a Fire-type Basic Pokémon with 80 HP. Its first attack, Roar, forces the opponent to move their Active Pokémon to the Bench, with the opponent choosing the replacement, while Rear Kick deals 50 damage. The Groudon card is a Fighting-type Basic Pokémon with 150 HP. Its Strength attack does 40 damage, and Savage Ground can add 170 more damage if a Stadium card with “Legendary” in its name is in play. Growlithe has Water weakness and a retreat cost of two, while Groudon has Grass weakness and a retreat cost of four.

For context, illustration rares are alternate-art cards that often draw collector interest beyond their play value, and pre-release reveals can shape early discussion around a set. PokeBeach’s article also includes forum reactions from fans, many focused on the Growlithe artwork and speculation about whether related Pokémon, especially Kyogre, may receive similar treatment. That speculation was reader commentary, not a confirmed detail in the report.