Carracosta – Noble Victories #26 Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Carracosta from the Noble Victories set is a Rare Stage 1 Water-type with a sturdy 140 HP. Its Solid Rock ability offers dependable damage reduction, while Crunch provides a straightforward offensive option. Numbered 26, it stands out for durable design and balanced play potential.

Quick Facts

• HP: 140
• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Tirtouga)
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Resistance: None
• Flavor Text: They can live both in the ocean and on land. A slap from one of them is enough to open a hole in the bottom of a tanker.

Key Printings

This printing appears in the Noble Victories set, identified by the code bw3-26. It is a Rare card featuring:
– Solid Rock: can halve damage from attacks on a coin flip.
– Crunch: deals 80 damage and forces the opponent to discard an Energy attached to their Defending Pokémon.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include its set code (bw3), card number (26), and the illustrator credit to match. The artwork and layout align with the Noble Victories series style.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
  Its high HP and damage-reducing ability make it durable, but the retreat cost of 4 limits mobility.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Handle with clean hands, and use a top-loader or binder to maintain condition and value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Noble Victories: Features Carracosta as a Rare Stage 1 Water-type with a defensive ability and a strong attack that disrupts the opponent’s Energy attachments. The set emphasizes powerful, strategic cards, with Carracosta notable for durability and tactical potential.