Arcanine (ex2-15) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Arcanine from the Sandstorm set is a Rare Fire-type Stage 1 with 80 HP. It features the fiery Fire Veil ability and the dynamic Burn Up attack. Numbered 15 in the set, it’s a notable addition for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fire
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Growlithe)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Ability: Fire Veil (Burns attacking Pokémon when Arcanine is damaged)
• Attack: Burn Up (60 damage; may discard all Fire Energy on tails)
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Regulation Mark: None

Key Printings

This exact printing is card number 15 in the Sandstorm set, notable for its Rare rarity and distinctive artwork by Hajime Kusajima. It exemplifies early-ex series Fire-type Pokémon cards with a unique Poké-Body ability.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identify it by the set code “ex2,” number “15,” and the Sandstorm set name. The card’s image is available at /images/ex2/ex2-15.jpg for visual confirmation.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its strategic Fire Veil ability and Burn Up attack make it an interesting piece for collectors rather than competitive play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s rare status and vibrant illustration, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially around the edges and corners. Use a rigid top loader or binder for long-term storage.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Sandstorm (ex2): This set features a variety of Pokémon with unique abilities and attacks, including this rare Arcanine card. It is known for its diverse Fire-type Pokémon and strategic gameplay elements introduced in the early ex series.