Groudon-EX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Groudon-EX from Dark Explorers is a Rare Ultra Basic Pokémon-EX with 180 HP. Anchored by the attack Giant Claw, it’s a bold, hard-hitting addition that showcases the set’s emphasis on power.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Basic, EX
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Resistance: Lightning -20
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Pokémon-EX Rule: When knocked out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards

Key Printings

Overview

This guide covers the Dark Explorers printing of Groudon-EX, card number 106. It is a Basic EX Pokémon with no evolutions and no abilities.

Attacks

• Tromp: Deals damage to all opponent’s Benched Pokémon.
• Giant Claw: Increases damage if the Defending Pokémon is already damaged.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by set code “bw5-106” with illustrator credit to 5ban Graphics. The card’s rarity is Rare Ultra, and it features the Fighting type symbol prominently.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players should note the Pokémon-EX rule that awards the opponent 2 Prize cards upon knockout, making strategic play essential.

Care & Storage Tips

As a Rare Ultra card with detailed artwork, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight to preserve color. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending and surface damage.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Dark Explorers: Groudon-EX appears as a powerful Fighting-type EX Pokémon with impactful attacks and a high HP pool. It fits the set’s theme of strong, dynamic Pokémon but lacks abilities, focusing instead on raw attack power.