Dragonite (Plasma Freeze 83) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Dragonite from the Plasma Freeze set is a Rare Holo card numbered 83. With 150 HP and the attack Healwing, it blends durability and recovery for strategic play.

Quick Facts

• Evolves from: Dragonair
• Type: Dragon
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Dragon ×2
• Attacks:
• Deafen: Prevents opponent from playing Item cards next turn; deals 60 damage.
• Healwing: Deals 90 damage and heals 30 damage from this Pokémon.
• No abilities listed.
• Flavor Text: “It is said to make its home somewhere in the sea. It guides crews of shipwrecks to shore.”
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Legality: unknown

Key Printings

This printing is from the Black & White series’ Plasma Freeze expansion. It is card number 83 and a Rare Holo. Akira Komayama’s artwork is unique to this set, emphasizing Dragonite’s majestic, sea-associated theme.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card.
– Set code: “bw9-83”
– Rarity: Rare Holo
– Type cues: Dragon typing and the listed attacks
– Image reference: /images/bw9/bw9-83.jpg

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status is unknown. The card is not currently listed as legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Verify tournament rules before use.

Care & Storage Tips

Use sleeves and a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to protect the holofoil and prevent bending or scratching. Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Plasma Freeze (bw9): A plasma-themed expansion with dynamic mechanics. Dragonite stands out as a Stage 2 Dragon-type that mixes disruption (Deafen) with recovery (Healwing).

For collectors seeking a Rare Holo Dragonite with evocative sea lore and solid attack options, this Plasma Freeze printing is a noteworthy find.