Lileep (ex2-42) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Lileep from the Sandstorm set is an Uncommon Pokémon card with 80 HP and the attack Influence. This card is numbered 42 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1
• Retreat Cost: 2 Colorless Energy
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Influence (1 Colorless): Search your deck for Omanyte, Kabuto, Aerodactyl, Lileep, or Anorith and put up to 2 of them onto your Bench as Basic Pokémon.
• Time Spiral (2 Colorless): If your opponent has any Evolved Pokémon, flip a coin to potentially remove their highest Stage Evolution card and shuffle it into their deck.

Key Printings

This exact printing of Lileep appears in the Sandstorm set (ex2) as card number 42. It is classified as an Uncommon card and features artwork by Midori Harada. No other print variants are listed for this card.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate versions for this Lileep card. Identifiers include the set code “ex2” and the card number “42.” The card’s image can be referenced at /images/ex2/ex2-42.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its attacks provide strategic Bench setup and evolution disruption, but tournament viability is uncertain due to legality restrictions.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve condition, store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface—especially the illustrated front by Midori Harada—and keep it in a temperature‑controlled environment to maintain appearance and value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Sandstorm (ex2): This set includes Lileep as a Stage 1 Grass-type Pokémon with abilities focused on bench manipulation and evolution disruption. The card complements the fossil-themed lineup, evolving from Root Fossil and synergizing with other ancient Pokémon.