Articuno-EX Collector’s Guide (Plasma Storm #132)

Character Intro

Articuno-EX from the Plasma Storm set is a Rare Ultra card numbered 132. It has 170 HP and features the powerful attack Frost Prison. Its icy presence adds a cool edge to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic, EX, Team Plasma
• Weakness: Metal ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -20
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Rules: When a Pokémon-EX is Knocked Out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Plasma Storm expansion, identified by set code bw8 and card number 132. It is a Rare Ultra card featuring two attacks:

• Blizzard — Deals 60 damage and 10 damage to each of the opponent’s Benched Pokémon.
• Frost Prison — Deals 80 damage and can paralyze the Defending Pokémon if Plasma Energy is attached.

Variants & Identifiers

This card has no known print variants. It is identified by set code bw8 and number 132. The illustrator is Toyste Beach, and it carries the Team Plasma subtype alongside Basic and EX.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. It carries the Pokémon-EX rule that grants the opponent 2 Prize cards when it is Knocked Out.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, and keep it in a cool, dry environment to maintain its value and appearance.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Plasma Storm (bw8): Introduced Articuno-EX as a powerful Water-type EX with impactful attacks and Team Plasma affiliation. This set is known for its Rare Ultra cards and strategic gameplay elements involving Plasma Energy.