Articuno (Roaring Skies 16) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Articuno from the Roaring Skies set is a Rare Pokémon card numbered 16. With 120 HP and the striking Freezing Wind attack, it’s a clean, thematic addition to any Water-type collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Weakness: Metal (×2)
• Resistance: Fighting (-20)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Attacks:
• Find Ice: Search your deck for up to 3 Water Energy cards and add them to your hand.
• Freezing Wind: Deals 100 damage with a cost of 2 Water and 2 Colorless Energy.
• Flavor Text: A legendary bird Pokémon that is said to appear to doomed people who are lost in icy mountains.
• Illustrator: Naoki Saito
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the XY Roaring Skies expansion as card number 16. It is classified as a Rare card and uses a Water-type design consistent with its icy theme.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code “xy6” and the card number “16.” The card has no regulation mark and no evolutions, being a Basic Pokémon.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its play viability may be limited due to this status.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the artwork and condition, store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Handle with clean hands and keep it in a rigid top-loader or binder.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Roaring Skies (xy6): Introduced as a powerful Water-type Basic Pokémon with energy search capabilities and a high-damage attack, Articuno stands out as a collectible highlight of this set.