Groudon-EX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Groudon-EX from the Dark Explorers set is a Rare Holo EX with a commanding presence. It has 180 HP and the standout attack Giant Claw. As card number 54 in the set, it’s a noteworthy pull for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Basic, EX
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Resistance: Lightning -20
• Attacks:
• Tromp: Deals 20 damage and 10 damage to each of your opponent’s Benched Pokémon.
• Giant Claw: Deals 80+ damage, with an additional 40 damage if the Defending Pokémon already has 2 or more damage counters.
• Pokémon-EX Rule: When Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This guide covers the single known printing of Groudon-EX from Dark Explorers, card number 54. It is a Rare Holo EX with no evolutions and no special abilities beyond its attacks.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact card. It is identified by set code “bw5-54” and illustrator Shizurow. The card’s image can be found at:

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown.
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its high retreat cost and the Pokémon-EX rule make it a strategic choice in casual play.

Care & Storage Tips

• Store in a protective sleeve to preserve the Rare Holo EX finish and detailed artwork.
• Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Dark Explorers: Groudon-EX appears as a powerful Basic EX Fighting-type Pokémon with strong bench-targeting and high-damage attacks, fitting the set’s theme of exploration and strength. The set’s release date is unknown.