Cacnea (ex Emerald 44) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

A Common card from the Emerald set, Cacnea #44 is a Basic Grass-type with 50 HP and the coin-flip attack Spike Cannon. It’s a straightforward pickup for collectors focusing on the Emerald series.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless
• Weakness: Fire (×2)
• Attack: Spike Cannon — Flip 3 coins; this attack does 10 damage times the number of heads.
• Abilities: None
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Regulation Mark: None

Key Printings

Single printing in the ex Emerald set (set code ex9, card 44). As a Common, it’s widely accessible for collectors of the ex series.

Variants & Identifiers

• Print variants: None
• Set code and number: ex9, 44
• Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
• Image reference: /images/ex9/ex9-44.jpg

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its simple attack and low HP suggest it was designed for early gameplay rather than competitive play.

Care & Storage Tips

As a common card from the ex Emerald set, preserving condition is key. Use a protective sleeve, keep it out of direct sunlight and moisture, and avoid bending or scratching—especially over Mitsuhiro Arita’s artwork.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• ex Emerald: Cacnea appears as a Basic Grass-type with the coin-flip attack Spike Cannon, fitting the Hoenn-focused theme with Mitsuhiro Arita’s detailed illustration.