Crawdaunt (ex Deoxys 6) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Crawdaunt from the Deoxys set is a Rare Holo card numbered 6 with 70 HP. It features the Poké-Body Dark Protection and the attacks Bubblebeam and Cross-Cut, offering a solid blend of defensive mitigation and straightforward offense.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Corphish)
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Resistance: Psychic -30
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Abilities: Dark Protection (Poké-Body) reduces damage by 10 for each Darkness Energy attached, up to 20 damage total
• Attacks:
• Bubblebeam: 20 damage; may Paralyze the opponent on a coin flip
• Cross-Cut: 40+ damage; does 20 extra damage if the Defending Pokémon is evolved

Key Printings

This Crawdaunt card is printed exclusively in the ex Deoxys set as card number 6. It is a Rare Holo variant, making it a desirable holofoil collectible for fans of the Darkness type and the ex series.

Variants & Identifiers

No alternate print variants are known for this exact Crawdaunt printing. Identification is straightforward via the set code “ex8” and card number “6.” The card’s distinct artwork by Tomoko Wakai and its holographic rarity further distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This Crawdaunt card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats, limiting its use to casual or collector play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s holofoil shine and artwork integrity, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• ex Deoxys: Crawdaunt appears as a Rare Holo Stage 1 Darkness-type Pokémon with a unique damage-reducing Poké-Body and versatile attacks, fitting well into the set’s dynamic and strategic gameplay themes.