Rattata (Team Rocket Returns 71) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Rattata from the Team Rocket Returns set is a Common card numbered 71 with 40 HP. It features the ability Scramble and the attack Fury Swipes. This card offers a straightforward yet engaging addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Ability: Scramble (Retreat Cost 0 if opponent’s Active Pokémon is any Pokémon-ex)
• Attack: Fury Swipes (Flip 3 coins; 10 damage per heads)

Key Printings

This exact printing is identified as card number 71 from the Team Rocket Returns set (ex7). It is a Common rarity card with no known alternate print variants. The card’s artwork by Aya Kusube captures a straightforward design consistent with the set’s style.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants or alternate versions of this card are documented. The card can be identified by its set code “ex7,” number 71, and the Team Rocket Returns branding. The image for this card is located at /images/ex7/ex7-71.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its strategic value lies in its ability to retreat easily when facing Pokémon-ex, making it situationally useful in casual play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially the illustrated area by Aya Kusube. Keeping it in a cool, dry environment will help maintain its collectible value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Rocket Returns (ex7): This set revisits the dark and mischievous Team Rocket theme, featuring Pokémon with unique abilities and attacks. Rattata fits into this set as a nimble Basic Pokémon with a retreat advantage against Pokémon-ex, complementing the set’s strategic diversity.

This guide covers all known details about the Rattata card from Team Rocket Returns, providing collectors and players with a clear understanding of its attributes and place within the Pokémon TCG.