Combusken Collector’s Guide: Dark Explorers #16

Character Intro

Combusken from the Dark Explorers set is an uncommon Pokémon card numbered 16. It features a solid 80 HP and a fiery Flamethrower attack. This card offers a vibrant addition to any collection with its dynamic design.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fire
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Torchic)
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Resistances: None
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Flavor Text: Its kicking mastery lets it loose 10 kicks per second. It emits sharp cries to intimidate foes.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Dark Explorers set, card number 16. It features two attacks:
– Double Kick: Flip 2 coins; this attack does 20 damage times the number of heads, costing 1 Colorless Energy.
– Flamethrower: Deals 70 damage and requires discarding an Energy attached to Combusken, costing 2 Fire and 1 Colorless Energy.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code bw5-16 and the market reference query “Combusken Dark Explorers 16.” The card’s artwork and layout are consistent with the Black & White series style.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• According to the provided data, this card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• No additional tournament or play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

Store this uncommon Combusken in a protective sleeve, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching to preserve the illustration by Sumiyoshi Kizuki. Keep it in a stable, cool environment to prevent warping or fading.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Dark Explorers: This set includes Combusken as card 16, showcasing its fiery attacks and evolution from Torchic. It fits well into Fire-type decks but is not currently legal for tournament play. The set is known for its detailed artwork and balanced Stage 1 Pokémon.