Dragonite (Roaring Skies 52) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Dragonite from the Roaring Skies set is a Rare Holo card numbered 52. This powerful card boasts 160 HP and features the striking attack Heavy Impact. Its vivid design captures the dynamic essence of this iconic Pokémon.

Quick Facts

• Type: Dragon
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Dragonair)
• Weakness: Fairy ×2
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Attacks:
• Wrapped in Wind: Attach up to 2 basic Energy cards from your hand to this Pokémon (cost: Lightning).
• Heavy Impact: Deals 150 damage (cost: 3 Grass, 1 Lightning, 1 Colorless).
• Flavor Text: “It is said to make its home somewhere in the sea. It guides crews of shipwrecks to shore.”
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Print Variants: None listed

Key Printings

From the XY series’ Roaring Skies expansion: card 52, Rare Holo. The card’s artwork by hatachu captures Dragonite’s powerful and serene nature.

Variants & Identifiers

• No listed print variants for this card.
• Identification is straightforward by set code “xy6” and card number “52.”
• The card features the Dragon type and Stage 2 subtype, with no special regulation mark.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Its high retreat cost and energy requirements suggest it is designed for strategic energy attachment and powerful attacks rather than quick mobility.

Care & Storage Tips

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

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Roaring Skies (XY6): This set features Dragonite as a powerful Stage 2 Dragon-type with strong attacks and energy acceleration capabilities. The card fits well within the set’s theme of dynamic and visually striking Pokémon. Release date is unknown.