Volbeat (ex Sandstorm 53) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Volbeat from the ex Sandstorm set is an uncommon Basic Grass-type Pokémon card with 60 HP. It features the Uplifting Glow Poké-Body and the attacks Toxic Vibration and Pester. This card is numbered 53 in the set, making it a versatile addition to many decks.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Abilities: Uplifting Glow (Poké-Body)
• Attacks: Toxic Vibration, Pester

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the exact printing from the ex Sandstorm set, card number 53. It is an uncommon rarity card illustrated by Kyoko Umemoto.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward by set code “ex2,” card number “53,” and the unique Grass type combined with the Poké-Body ability “Uplifting Glow.”

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Its unique ability to reduce Retreat Cost to zero when paired with Illumise can be strategically valuable in casual play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the delicate artwork by Kyoko Umemoto and maintain card condition, store this card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or exposure to extreme temperatures to keep the card in collectible shape.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• ex Sandstorm: This set includes Volbeat as an uncommon Basic Grass-type Pokémon with a useful retreat cost reduction ability. The set’s focus on diverse typings and abilities makes this card a notable inclusion for collectors interested in the ex series.