Riolu Collector’s Guide: Plasma Storm #75

Character Intro

Riolu from the Plasma Storm set is a common card numbered 75. This lively Pokémon has 60 HP and includes the straightforward attack Kick. Its simple design makes it a staple for collectors focusing on the Plasma Storm series.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Attacks:
• Punch (10 damage, 1 Colorless)
• Kick (20 damage, 1 Fighting + 1 Colorless)
• Flavor Text: It has the peculiar power of being able to see emotions such as joy and rage in the form of waves.
• Evolves From: None

Key Printings

This exact Riolu card appears in the Black & White Plasma Storm expansion, numbered 75. It is a common rarity card, making it widely accessible for collectors and players alike. The card’s clean design and Ken Sugimori’s classic illustration make it a visually appealing piece for any Fighting-type or Riolu enthusiast.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include its set code “bw8” and card number 75. The card’s lack of a regulation mark and unknown release date are notable for collectors tracking print runs and legality.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats, limiting its use in official tournament play. However, it remains a charming collectible for fans of the Plasma Storm set and Fighting-type Pokémon.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its common rarity, maintaining mint condition can enhance its appeal for future collectors. Avoid bending or scratching the card, especially the illustrated front side.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Plasma Storm (bw8): This set introduced Riolu as a Basic Fighting-type Pokémon with straightforward attacks and a unique emotional perception flavor text. It fits well within the set’s theme of Plasma and energy manipulation, though Riolu itself does not have abilities or complex rules text. The card remains a staple common with classic Ken Sugimori artwork.