Salamence ex δ Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Salamence ex δ from the Dragon Frontiers set is a Rare Holo EX card with 160 HP. It features the Poké-Power Type Shift and the attack Dual Stream. Numbered 98 in the set, it’s a standout piece for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Salamence ex δ
• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 2, ex (evolves from Shelgon)
• Abilities: Type Shift (Poké-Power)
• Attacks: Claw Swipe (60 damage), Dual Stream (80 damage with optional 40 damage to a benched Pokémon)
• Weakness: Colorless ×2
• Resistances: Fire -30, Fighting -30
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Set Code: ex15
• Series: ex
• Rarity: Rare Holo EX
• Rules: When Pokémon-ex is Knocked Out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in Dragon Frontiers as card number 98, a Rare Holo EX illustrated by Ryo Ueda. No release date is provided for this printing.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by set code ex15-98 and the unique Poké-Power Type Shift, which changes its type to Fire until the end of the turn. The card’s Water typing combined with Fire and Fighting resistances makes it distinctive among Salamence cards.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• When playing, note that knocking out Salamence ex δ awards your opponent 2 Prize cards, a typical rule for Pokémon-ex cards.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the holo finish and Ryo Ueda’s artwork by sleeving the card and storing it away from sunlight and moisture. Use a top loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending and surface scratches, and avoid extreme temperatures.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Dragon Frontiers: Salamence ex δ debuts here as a rare holo EX with a unique typing mechanic and strong attacks, adding strategic depth to the set’s Water-type lineup.