Rayquaza (ex8-22) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Rayquaza from the Deoxys set is a Rare Basic Pokémon with 80 HP. It features the Poké-Body Dragon Aura and the attack Tumbling Attack. This card holds a distinctive place as number 22 in the collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Colorless ×2
• Ability: Dragon Aura (prevents all effects except damage from opponent’s attacks if Rayquaza has both basic Fire and Lightning Energy attached)
• Attack: Tumbling Attack (20+ damage, flip a coin to add 20 more damage)

Key Printings

This exact printing is identified as card number 22 from the ex Deoxys set. It is a Rare card with no known alternate print variants. The card’s artwork by Hiromichi Sugiyama is a notable feature for collectors.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no listed print variants for this card. It is a Basic Pokémon with the subtype “Basic” and belongs to the Colorless type. The card ID is ex8-22, and it can be referenced in market queries as “Rayquaza Deoxys 22.”

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve condition, store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and unknown release date, maintaining mint condition will enhance its collectible value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• ex Deoxys: This set features Rayquaza as a powerful Basic Pokémon with a unique Poké-Body that requires specific Energy attachments to activate. The set’s focus on the Deoxys storyline makes this Rayquaza a standout card for collectors interested in the era.