Azumarill (Team Rocket Returns 1) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Azumarill from the Team Rocket Returns set is a Rare Holo with 80 HP. It features the ability Froth and the attack Water Punch, and it’s card number 1 in the set—an eye-catching pick for Water-type collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Marill)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Lightning (×2)
• Ability: Froth — Paralyzes all Defending Pokémon once per turn when Azumarill is played from hand to evolve.
• Attack: Water Punch — Deals 20+ damage, flipping a coin for each Water Energy attached to Azumarill to add 20 damage per heads.

Key Printings

This exact printing is card number 1 in the Team Rocket Returns set (ex7). It is a Rare Holo card, making it a desirable collectible for fans of the ex series and Water-type Pokémon.

Variants & Identifiers

• No known print variants.
• Identifiers: set code “ex7-1” and artwork by Sumiyoshi Kizuki.
• Market reference query: “Azumarill Team Rocket Returns 1.”

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its unique Poké-Power and attack mechanics provide interesting gameplay options, but tournament use is currently not established.

Care & Storage Tips

• Store in a protective sleeve or top loader.
• Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Avoid bending or scratching the holofoil to maintain value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Rocket Returns (ex7): Reintroduces classic Team Rocket themes with a mix of Dark and Water-type Pokémon. Azumarill stands out with its strategic paralysis ability and dynamic Water Punch attack, making it a notable card within the set’s lineup.