Claydol Collector’s Guide: ex Deoxys #5

Character Intro

Claydol from the ex Deoxys set is a Rare Holo Stage 1 Pokémon with 80 HP. It features the Poké-Power Psychic Trace and the attack Ancient Mantra, pairing a distinctive psychic-themed aesthetic with tactical hand management and status utility.

Quick Facts

• HP: 80
• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Baltoy)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Poké-Power: Psychic Trace (reshuffle hand, draw cards equal to opponent’s hand)
• Attack: Ancient Mantra (Confuse or 20+ damage depending on Energy attached)
• Rarity: Rare Holo
• Set Code: ex8
• Series: ex
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Flavor Text: None

Key Printings

This is the ex Deoxys Rare Holo, card number 5, illustrated by Hajime Kusajima. It showcases Claydol’s Psychic Trace and Ancient Mantra, with a Fighting type and 80 HP that positioned it as a solid mid-tier option in its era.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward via set code (ex8), card number (5), and its distinctive Rare Holo foil. The Fighting typing and Psychic Trace Poké-Power are signature tells.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its ability and attack reward careful timing and energy attachment to maximize impact.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the holographic surface by sleeving the card and keeping it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching to maintain condition and collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• ex Deoxys: Introduces Claydol with a Rare Holo print emphasizing strategic hand management and status effects, fitting well into Fighting-type builds of its time. Its unique ability and attack make it memorable for both collectors and players.