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Pokemon TCG EX Dragon Crawdaunt 3/97 Holofoil NM 2003 WotC Vintage Classic Card

PRODUCT DETAILS

Card Name: Crawdaunt
Set: EX Dragon
Card Number: 3/97
Rarity: Holo Rare
Year: 2003
Publisher: Wizards of the Coast (WOTC)
Language: English
Type: Water
HP: 80 HP
Stage: Stage 1
Evolves From: Corphish
Illustrator: Hisao Nakamura
Poké-Body: Power Pinchers
Attack: Guillotine 

ARTWORK

The EX Dragon Crawdaunt Holo features bold artwork by Hisao Nakamura, showcasing the Rogue Pokémon standing triumphantly on a rocky shoreline with crashing waves behind it. Crawdaunt's oversized claws, confident stance, and determined expression perfectly capture its aggressive personality, while the dramatic ocean backdrop reinforces its Water-type identity. The holographic foil enhances the movement of the water and sky, giving the artwork added depth and making it one of the standout illustrations from the EX Dragon expansion.

Released in 2003, EX Dragon was the third expansion of the EX Series and one of the final eras produced by Wizards of the Coast before Pokémon publishing transitioned to Nintendo. The set introduced several memorable holographic rares and continued the innovative e-Reader design that defined the early EX era. Crawdaunt remains a desirable card for collectors building complete EX Dragon sets, Water-type collections, or vintage Wizards of the Coast binders thanks to its striking artwork and classic early 2000s design. 

ILLUSTRATOR SPOTLIGHT

Hisao Nakamura is a respected Pokémon Trading Card Game illustrator whose artwork often emphasizes action, environmental detail, and dynamic compositions. His illustrations bring Pokémon to life by placing them in natural settings that complement their personalities and elemental types, creating scenes that feel both immersive and authentic. This artistic approach became especially recognizable throughout the e-Reader and EX Series expansions.

Collectors appreciate Nakamura's work because it captures the adventurous spirit of the early Pokémon Trading Card Game while maintaining the distinctive artistic quality that defines the Wizards of the Coast era. His illustrations continue to be popular among vintage collectors who value detailed backgrounds, expressive character poses, and artwork that tells a visual story beyond the Pokémon itself.

CONDITION

Overall Condition: Used Near Mint (NM). This vintage EX Dragon Crawdaunt presents exceptionally well with only light signs of handling consistent with Near Mint condition.

Front

• Clean holographic surface with excellent overall presentation.
• Strong color, gloss, and crisp detail.
• Light edge and corner wear, if any.

Back

• Very light handling wear visible.
• Clean edges and corners with minimal whitening.
• Please review all photos carefully and judge condition for yourself.

INVENTORY CONTROL TAG

• Securely sleeved immediately after photography.
• Internal inventory control maintained for fast order fulfillment.

SHIPPING

• Ships promptly after payment.
• USPS with tracking included.
• eBay shipping insurance applied when eligible.
• Card is securely protected during transit to help ensure it arrives safely.

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