Raticate Collector’s Guide: Boundaries Crossed (bw7-105)

Character Intro

Raticate (bw7-105) from Boundaries Crossed is an Uncommon, 60 HP card known for its disruptive attack, Gnaw Through. It holds card number 105 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Rattata)
• Weakness: Fighting (×2)
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Flavor Text: “With its long fangs, this surprisingly violent Pokémon can gnaw away even thick concrete with ease.”
• Illustrator: Naoki Saito

Key Printings

The Boundaries Crossed Raticate (bw7-105) is an Uncommon card with two attacks:
– Gnaw Through: Discards a Pokémon Tool card attached to the Defending Pokémon.
– Super Fang: Places damage counters until the Defending Pokémon’s HP is 10.

This printing is notable for its zero Retreat Cost and 60 HP.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code “bw7” and card number 105. The card’s rarity is Uncommon, and it carries no regulation mark. The official market reference query is “Raticate Boundaries Crossed 105.”

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve condition, store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity and detailed illustration by Naoki Saito, maintaining the card’s surface and edges will help retain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Boundaries Crossed (bw7): This set introduced Raticate as a Stage 1 Colorless Pokémon with a unique ability to disrupt Tool cards and a powerful HP reduction attack. It fits well into decks that capitalize on quick, low-cost retreat and strategic disruption.