This Golem card represents the SP era’s unique approach to character‑linked Pokémon, pairing each species with a specific trainer or organisation. In this case, Golem appears as an Elite Four Pokémon, emphasising its role as a battle‑tested, high‑endurance rock‑type fighter. The artwork shows Golem erupting from a rocky backdrop, its shell fractured with motion, capturing the explosive force that defines its design.
Card Details
Card Name: ゴローニャ (Golem)
Type: Fighting
Level: 52
HP: 110
Designation: Elite Four’s Pokémon (四天王のポケモン)
Set: SP‑era mini‑set (003/018)
Illustrator: Kagemaru Himeno
Year of Release: 2008
Language: Japanese
Card Text & Attacks
いかり — Rage: 20+
Adds 10 damage for each damage counter on Golem.
すてみタックル — Reckless Tackle: 100
Golem also takes 60 damage.
Weakness: ×2
Resistance: –20
Retreat Cost: ★★★★
Collector’s Notes
This Golem is part of the SP era, a period defined by its bold gold SP emblem and its focus on Pokémon aligned with specific trainers or factions. The Elite Four branding gives this card a sense of authority and power, positioning Golem as a veteran combatant rather than a wild specimen.
Artist Kagemaru Himeno brings a dynamic, almost cinematic energy to the illustration. Golem’s rocky plates are rendered with layered shading that emphasises their mineral density, while the eruptive pose suggests seismic force — a geological creature breaking through strata with raw momentum.
From a geological perspective, Golem is one of the most iconic rock‑type Pokémon: a creature whose entire biology is defined by mineral composition, pressure‑formed armour, and explosive kinetic energy. This card captures that identity perfectly, making it a natural fit for the GeoPik Museum’s geological wing.
The 2008 copyright block places it firmly in the late‑DP era, a time when the TCG was experimenting with faction‑based mechanics and more stylised trainer affiliations.
