Goldeen (ex Ruby Sapphire 55) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Goldeen (#55) is a Common, Basic Water-type from the ex Ruby Sapphire set. It has 50 HP and features the attack Flail. A straightforward addition to any ex-era collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Attack: Flail — Does 10 damage for each damage counter on Goldeen (cost: 1 Colorless)
• Evolves From: None
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Legality: unknown
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact Goldeen appears in the ex Ruby Sapphire set as card number 55. It is a Common rarity card illustrated by Hajime Kusajima. No other printings or reprints of this exact card are documented here.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Goldeen. Identification is straightforward via its set code “ex1” and card number 55. The card’s Water type, Basic stage, and single Colorless energy attack also help distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

The card’s legality status is unknown. It is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data. Players should verify current tournament rules before attempting to use this card in competitive play.

Care & Storage Tips

As a Common card from the ex series, preserving condition matters to collectors. Store it in a protective sleeve, away from direct sunlight and moisture, to maintain the vibrant illustration by Hajime Kusajima. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to retain value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• ex Ruby Sapphire: This set introduced Goldeen as a Basic Water-type with a unique Flail attack that increases damage based on damage counters. The card fits well into early-stage Water decks and showcases Hajime Kusajima’s detailed artwork style.