Quilava (ex Sandstorm 51) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Quilava from the Sandstorm set is an Uncommon Stage 1 card with 80 HP. Numbered 51 in the set, it features the attack Burning Claw alongside Slash, offering straightforward Fire-type offense for collectors seeking balanced gameplay.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fire
• Stage: Stage 1
• Evolves From: Cyndaquil
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Resistances: None
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Slash (20 damage, 2 Colorless Energy)
• Burning Claw (40 damage, 1 Fire + 2 Colorless Energy; may discard a Fire Energy to Burn the Defending Pokémon)

Key Printings

This exact printing is card number 51 in the Sandstorm set, part of the ex series. It is an Uncommon rarity card illustrated by Naoyo Kimura. Its Fire typing and the combination of Slash and Burning Claw make it a notable pick for collectors focused on the ex Sandstorm lineup.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by:
– Set code “ex2”
– Card number “51”
– Artwork and illustrator credit to Naoyo Kimura
– Image reference: /images/ex2/ex2-51.jpg

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No official tournament play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

Store the card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity and unknown release date, maintaining mint condition could enhance its collectible value over time.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• ex Sandstorm: Quilava #51 is a solid Fire-type Stage 1 with balanced HP and useful attacks. It fits the set’s theme without abilities, leaning on straightforward offense. Burning Claw adds strategic depth by potentially inflicting Burn.