Altaria Collector’s Guide (ex3-2)

Character Intro

Altaria from the Dragon set is a Rare Holo card numbered 2. It features 80 HP and a distinctive attack called Dragon Song. This card’s vibrant design captures Altaria’s graceful presence.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Swablu)
• Weakness: Colorless ×2
• Resistances: Grass -30, Fighting -30
• Retreat Cost: 1

Key Printings

This exact printing of Altaria is a Rare Holo card from the Dragon set (ex3), numbered 2.

• Dragon Dance: increases damage on your next turn if your Active Pokémon deals damage.
• Dragon Song: deals 30 damage and puts all Defending Pokémon to sleep.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. The card is identified by its set code “ex3” and card number “2”. The illustrator is Atsuko Nishida, whose artwork adds collectible value. The card’s image can be found at /images/ex3/ex3-2.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its strategic attacks and resistances make it a unique piece for collectors rather than current competitive play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holofoil surface and vibrant artwork, store this card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching to maintain its collector’s value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Dragon (ex3): This set includes Altaria as a Rare Holo Stage 1 card, emphasizing dragon-themed Pokémon with unique attacks and resistances. The set’s release date is unknown, but it remains a notable part of the ex series for collectors interested in dragon-type Pokémon.