Sneasel ex Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Sneasel ex is a Rare Holo EX card from the Ruby Sapphire set, numbered 103. It features 80 HP and the attack Beat Up. This sleek card stands out with its striking design and EX rarity.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Basic, ex
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Psychic -30
• Rules: When Pokémon-ex has been Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

The key printing of Sneasel ex is from the Ruby Sapphire set (ex1), card number 103. It is a rare holo EX card, making it a desirable find for collectors focusing on the ex series or Darkness-type Pokémon.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward by its set code “ex1-103,” rarity as Rare Holo EX, and the distinctive illustration by Ryo Ueda. The card’s Darkness type and unique attacks also help distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

• Double Scratch: deals 10 damage times the number of heads from flipping two coins.
• Beat Up: deals 20 damage times the number of heads flipped for each Pokémon you have in play.
  Its Pokémon-ex status means knocking it out awards your opponent two Prize cards, a critical strategic consideration.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holo foil and card integrity, store Sneasel ex in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface, and keep it in a stable environment to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Ruby Sapphire (ex1): The sole printing of Sneasel ex, featuring its rare holo EX status and unique Darkness-type attacks. This set is known for introducing several powerful ex Pokémon, with Sneasel ex standing out due to its tactical coin-flip attacks and moderate HP.