Voltorb (Team Rocket Returns 80) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Voltorb from the Team Rocket Returns set is a common card numbered 80. This energetic Pokémon has 40 HP and features the attack Thunder Wave. Its straightforward design makes it a notable addition for collectors focusing on this set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Attacks:
• Psycho Waves: Discard an Energy attached to Voltorb; Confuses the Defending Pokémon.
• Thunder Wave: Deals 10 damage; flip a coin to Paralyze the Defending Pokémon if heads.

Key Printings

This printing is from the Team Rocket Returns set, identified as card number 80. It is a common rarity card with no evolutions or abilities listed. The artwork by Sachiko Adachi is unique to this printing and helps distinguish it from other Voltorb cards.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. The card can be identified by its set code “ex7” and number “80”. The absence of a regulation mark and the unknown release date are notable identifiers. The card’s image can be referenced at: /images/ex7/ex7-80.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This Voltorb card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its attacks focus on inflicting status conditions rather than raw damage, which may influence casual play strategies.

Care & Storage Tips

As a common card with unknown release date, preserving the card’s condition is key to maintaining its collectible value. Store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface, especially the illustrated front by Sachiko Adachi.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Rocket Returns (ex7): This set reintroduces classic Team Rocket-themed Pokémon with a mix of status-effect attacks and strategic play elements. Voltorb fits the set’s theme with its disruptive moves and modest HP, making it a staple Basic Lightning-type card for collectors and casual players alike.