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Artist Behind Pokémon 30th Anniversary Jirachi SIR Card Gives Tearful Response to Late Influencer's Heart-Wrenching Final Pack Opening

The artist behind a Pokémon 30th Anniversary Jirachi SIR card has responded after beloved influencer Avery the Poké Kid pulled the card in his last pack opening before his death from pancreatic cancer.

Artist Behind Pokémon 30th Anniversary Jirachi SIR Card Gives Tearful Response to Late Influencer's Heart-Wrenching Final Pack Opening
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The artist behind a Pokémon 30th Anniversary Jirachi SIR card has responded after beloved influencer Avery the Poké Kid pulled the card in his last pack opening before his death from pancreatic cancer.

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09/23/2026 20:24
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