Thundurus-EX (Plasma Freeze 38) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Thundurus-EX from the Plasma Freeze set is a Rare Holo EX card, numbered 38. It has 170 HP and features the powerful attack Thunderous Noise. The card’s vivid design captures the dynamic energy of Thundurus in battle.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Thundurus-EX
• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Basic, EX, Team Plasma
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Rules: Pokémon-EX rule applies (opponent takes 2 Prize cards if Knocked Out)
• Image:

Key Printings

This printing is from the Plasma Freeze set, identified as card number 38. It is a Rare Holo EX card with two attacks:

Attacks

• Raiden Knuckle: Allows attaching an Energy card from the discard pile to a Benched Team Plasma Pokémon.
• Thunderous Noise: Can discard an Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon if Plasma Energy is attached to Thundurus-EX.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is uniquely identified by its set code “bw9-38” and the illustrator Eske Yoshinob’s artwork. The subtype combination of Basic, EX, and Team Plasma further distinguishes it within Plasma Freeze.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown.
This card follows the Pokémon-EX rule, meaning when it is Knocked Out, the opponent takes 2 Prize cards. Based on the provided data, it is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the holofoil and artwork by using a sleeve and keeping the card away from sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending and surface scratches. Minimize handling to maintain condition and value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Plasma Freeze: Introduced Thundurus-EX as a powerful Lightning-type EX Pokémon with synergy for Team Plasma decks. The set emphasizes Plasma Energy and Team Plasma Pokémon, with Thundurus-EX exemplifying this synergy through its attacks and subtype.

This guide provides a focused overview of the Thundurus-EX card from Plasma Freeze, ideal for collectors seeking detailed identification and care information.