Tentacruel Collector’s Guide: ex12-45 from Legend Maker

Character Intro

Tentacruel from the Legend Maker set is an uncommon Stage 1 Water-type with 70 HP. It features the Poké-Body Reactive Shield and the attacks Water Arrow and Fury Strikes. This card is numbered 45 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Tentacool)
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistances: None
• Abilities: Reactive Shield (Poké-Body) prevents effects and damage from opponent’s Pokémon-ex if React Energy is attached.
• Attacks:
• Water Arrow: 20 damage to one opponent’s Pokémon (no Weakness/Resistance on Benched Pokémon).
• Fury Strikes: Flip 3 coins; 20 damage per heads.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Legend Maker set, card number 45, classified as Uncommon. It features artwork by Kagemaru Himeno and includes the defensive Poké-Body Reactive Shield.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward by its set code ex12-45, rarity Uncommon, and the unique artwork by Kagemaru Himeno. The card’s image can be referenced at /images/ex12/ex12-45.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its unique ability to protect Tentacruel and allied Tentacruel from Pokémon-ex attacks when React Energy is attached makes it a strategic choice in casual or themed play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain card condition, store Tentacruel in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface, especially since it is an Uncommon collectible with detailed illustration.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Legend Maker: Introduced Tentacruel with a defensive Poké-Body and flexible attacks, adding tactical depth to Water-type decks. The set’s focus on unique abilities is exemplified in this card’s Reactive Shield.

This guide covers all known details about the Tentacruel ex12-45 from Legend Maker, providing collectors and players with a clear understanding of its features and collectible status.