Altaria (Roaring Skies 53) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Altaria from the Roaring Skies set is an Uncommon card numbered 53. It has 80 HP and features the intriguing attack “Midnight Eyes.” With a distinctive design and solid stats, it’s a balanced addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Dragon
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Swablu)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fairy ×2
• Resistances: None
• Regulation Mark: Unknown

Key Printings

This Altaria card is from the Roaring Skies set (set code xy6), numbered 53. It is an Uncommon rarity card, notable for its Dragon typing and the combination of Water and Metal energy in its “Midnight Eyes” attack.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact printing. The card can be identified by its set symbol, number 53 in Roaring Skies, and the illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita. The market reference query is “Altaria Roaring Skies 53.”

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Attacks:
• “Song of Echoes” — shuffle your hand into your deck and draw cards equal to the number of Benched Pokémon.
• “Midnight Eyes” — deals 30 damage and puts the opponent’s Active Pokémon to Sleep.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve condition, store in a protective sleeve away from sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder pocket for long-term storage.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Roaring Skies (xy6): Introduces Altaria as a Stage 1 Dragon-type with unique abilities and a serene aesthetic. It fits collections focused on Dragon-type Pokémon or Mitsuhiro Arita’s artwork. The set’s release date remains unknown, adding intrigue for collectors.