Dratini (Team Rocket Returns 53) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Dratini from the Team Rocket Returns set is a Common card numbered 53. This sleek Pokémon has 50 HP and features the attacks Dragon Song and Tail Strike. Its straightforward design makes it a notable addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Colorless ×2
• Resistances: Grass -30, Fighting -30
• Attacks:
• Dragon Song: Each Defending Pokémon is now Asleep.
• Tail Strike: Flip a coin; if heads, this attack does 20 damage plus 10 more damage.

Attack Notes

• Dragon Song can put both Defending Pokémon to Sleep.
• Tail Strike hits for 20 damage, with a coin flip to reach up to 30 damage.

Key Printings

This Dratini card is from the “ex” series, specifically the Team Rocket Returns set (ex7). It is a Common rarity card, making it relatively accessible but still a valued piece for fans of this series and character.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code “ex7” and card number 53. The illustrator’s signature style by Atsuko Nishida is a key visual identifier.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats, limiting its use to casual or collector play rather than competitive tournaments.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its common rarity, maintaining mint condition can enhance its collectible value, especially with the detailed artwork by Atsuko Nishida.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Rocket Returns (ex7): This set reintroduces classic Team Rocket themes with a mix of Dark and Colorless Pokémon. Dratini’s inclusion adds a versatile Basic Pokémon option with sleep-inducing and damage-dealing attacks, fitting well within the set’s strategic diversity.