Rayquaza (ex Emerald 9) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Rayquaza from the Emerald set is a striking Rare Holo, card 9, with 80 HP and the powerful Dragon Claw attack. The artwork captures Rayquaza’s fierce presence with vivid detail.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Colorless ×2
• Attacks:
• Dragon Dance: Sets up a damage boost for your next turn’s attacks.
• Dragon Claw: Deals 40 damage with a Fire, Lightning, and Colorless energy cost.
• Abilities: None
• Flavor Text: Unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the “ex Emerald” set, card number 9, classified as a Rare Holo. It features no evolutions and no abilities, emphasizing straightforward attack mechanics.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward via the set code “ex9” and card number “9.” The illustrator Kouki Saitou’s signature style is a key visual identifier.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
Based on the provided data, this card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holofoil surface and vibrant artwork, store this card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Emerald (ex9): This set includes this Rare Holo Rayquaza as a Basic Pokémon with a unique Colorless typing and a combination of energy costs for its attacks, emphasizing strategic play rather than raw power.