Carracosta Collector’s Guide: Plasma Blast #28

Character Intro

Carracosta from the Plasma Blast set is a rare Pokémon card numbered 28. It boasts a sturdy 140 HP and features the attack Waterfall. This card offers a solid addition to any collection focused on powerful Water-type Pokémon.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Tirtouga)
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Resistance: None
• Flavor Text: It could knock out a foe with a slap from one of its developed front appendages and chew it up, shell or bones and all.

Key Printings

This printing appears in the Plasma Blast set as card number 28 and is illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita. It is classified as Rare.

• Fossil Clutch: Can deal additional damage if you discard an Item card with Fossil in its name.
• Waterfall: A straightforward 80 damage attack.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code “bw10” and the card ID “bw10-28.” The card’s market reference query is “Carracosta Plasma Blast 28.” The regulation mark and release date remain unknown.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• No additional official tournament play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the vivid artwork and condition by using sleeves and keeping the card away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and high HP, it’s a strong pick for collectors focusing on the Plasma Blast set or Water-type Pokémon.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Plasma Blast (bw10): Carracosta appears as a rare Stage 1 Water-type Pokémon with strong attacks and a high retreat cost. Its unique “Fossil Clutch” attack synergizes with Fossil-themed Item cards, adding strategic depth to decks built around this theme.