Weezing (ex Deoxys 51) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Weezing from the Deoxys set is an Uncommon card numbered 51 with 70 HP. Its disruptive attacks—especially Smogscreen and Liability—add a strategic twist, making it a solid pickup for collectors seeking variety within the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Koffing)
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Attacks:
• Italic_Liability:_ Places damage counters on the Defending Pokémon until it is 10 HP away from being Knocked Out; Weezing then deals 70 damage to itself.
• Italic_Smogscreen:_ Deals 20 damage, Poisons the Defending Pokémon, and may prevent its next attack if a coin flip is tails.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the ex Deoxys set, card number 51, marked as Uncommon rarity. It is a Stage 1 Grass-type Pokémon evolving from Koffing, illustrated by Hisao Nakamura. The card’s unique attack effects and moderate HP make it a notable piece within the set.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward by its set code “ex8-51,” the Grass type, and the illustrator Hisao Nakamura. The card image can be referenced at /images/ex8/ex8-51.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its strategic attacks focus on status effects and self-damage, which may influence casual play but limit competitive viability.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its uncommon rarity and unknown release date, maintaining its physical quality is essential for long-term collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• ex Deoxys: Weezing appears as an uncommon Stage 1 Grass-type Pokémon with unique debilitating attacks. Its presence adds tactical depth to the set’s roster, complementing the Deoxys theme with a classic Pokémon twist.