Shedinja (ex Dragon 11) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Shedinja from the Dragon set is a rare holo card numbered 11, featuring a modest 30 HP. Its ability, Wonder Guard, offers a unique defensive trait, while its attack, Damage Curse, adds strategic depth. This card stands out with its distinctive design and intriguing gameplay potential.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Nincada)
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy
• Weaknesses: None listed
• Resistances: None listed
• Ability: Wonder Guard — prevents all effects of attacks, including damage, from opponent’s Evolved Pokémon and Pokémon-ex
• Attack: Damage Curse — places damage counters on the Defending Pokémon based on counters on Shedinja
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Regulation Mark: None

Key Printings

This exact printing is identified as card number 11 in the ex Dragon set, featuring a Rare Holo rarity. The card’s artwork by Kagemaru Himeno is a highlight, showcasing Shedinja’s eerie and delicate nature. No alternate print variants are known for this specific card.

Variants & Identifiers

• Card ID: ex3-11
• Set Code: ex3
• Subtypes: Stage 1
• Types: Grass
• No known print variants or alternate artworks for this printing.
• Image URL: /images/ex3/ex3-11.jpg

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
  Its unique ability and low HP make it a niche choice, primarily of interest to collectors and fans of the ex Dragon set.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holo finish and detailed artwork, store this card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and delicate nature, consider a hard case for long-term storage to prevent edge wear and surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• ex Dragon: This set features a variety of rare and holo Pokémon cards with distinctive artwork and specialized abilities. Shedinja ex Dragon 11 stands out for its unique ability and fragile HP, fitting the set’s theme of powerful yet nuanced Pokémon. The set’s release date is unknown, but it remains a sought-after collection for enthusiasts of the ex series.