It was created by a scientist after years of horrific gene splicing and DNA engineering experiments. When its huge eyes light up, it sings a mysteriously soothing melody that lulls its enemies to sleep. Known to cause forest fires unintentionally.Įvolution: Charmander → Charmeleon → Charizard Spits fire that is hot enough to melt boulders. It also came with a certificate of authenticity signed by Howard Lincoln, the Chairman of Nintendo of America.īoth the card and the certificate are contained in a plastic Poké Ball with a shiny red top, with a button for opening and closing. The card is a thick piece of 23 karat gold plated metal in a plastic cover, with a picture on the front and back, and Pokédex data on the back. The gold cards came in either a blue or red box with images of the Pokémon, the card, and the whole set of trading cards. Starting on November 15, customers could purchase one of six gold cards for $1.99 with the purchase of a meal. Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl.