Vaporeon (Dark Explorers 25) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Vaporeon from the Dark Explorers set is an Uncommon card numbered 25 with 110 HP. Its standout attack, Spiral Drain, adds strategic depth to gameplay, and the card’s bulk makes it a resilient choice in battle.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Eevee)
• Retreat Cost: 2 Colorless Energy
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistances: None
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Muddy Water (20 damage to one of opponent’s Benched Pokémon; no Weakness or Resistance applied)
• Spiral Drain (60 damage; heals 20 damage from itself)
• Flavor Text: “Its cell composition is similar to water molecules. As a result, it can melt away into water.”
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Black & White series, specifically the Dark Explorers set, card number 25. It is an Uncommon rarity Stage 1 Water-type Pokémon card evolving from Eevee.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by:
– Set code “bw5-25”
– Illustrator Akira Komayama
– Distinctive attacks “Muddy Water” and “Spiral Drain”

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially since it features detailed artwork by Akira Komayama.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Dark Explorers: Features this Vaporeon as an Uncommon Stage 1 Water-type with a healing attack and the ability to damage Benched Pokémon, aligning with the set’s focus on intriguing Pokémon evolutions and dynamic gameplay options.

This guide covers all known details for the Dark Explorers Vaporeon card, providing collectors and players with essential information for identification and care.