Barboach (ex3-51) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Barboach is a Common card from the Dragon set, numbered 51. With 50 HP and straightforward attacks, it’s an easy, engaging addition to any collection—especially for fans of simple, classic basics.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy
• Weakness: Grass (×2)
• Attacks:
• Splash (10 damage, 1 Colorless Energy)
• Mud Slap (20 damage, 1 Fighting + 1 Colorless Energy)
• Abilities: None
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Evolves From: None

Key Printings

This exact printing of Barboach appears in the ex Dragon set, identified by the code ex3-51. It is a common rarity card, and the artwork by Tomokazu Komiya is a notable draw for fans of the illustrator’s style.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Barboach card. Identification is straightforward via its set code (ex3), card number (51), and the Dragon series designation. The card’s Water type and Basic stage subtype also help distinguish it from other Barboach printings.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its simple attacks and low HP make it better suited for casual play or collection than competitive battling.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the card in a sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its age and unknown release date, use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to minimize wear and fading and maintain a stable storage environment.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• ex Dragon (ex3): Features Barboach as a common Basic Water-type with simple attacks and modest HP—an easy fit for ex series or Water-type themed collections, reflecting the early 2000s Pokémon TCG aesthetic.