Articuno-EX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Articuno-EX from the Plasma Storm set is a Rare Holo EX card featuring 170 HP. This striking Pokémon boasts the powerful attack Frost Prison. It is card number 25 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic, EX, Team Plasma
• Weakness: Metal ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -20
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Rules: Pokémon-EX rule applies (opponent takes 2 Prize cards when knocked out)
• Attacks:
• Blizzard: Deals 60 damage and 10 damage to each of your opponent’s Benched Pokémon.
• Frost Prison: Deals 80 damage and paralyzes the Defending Pokémon if Plasma Energy is attached.

Printing Details

This exact printing is from the Plasma Storm set, card number 25. It is a Rare Holo EX card illustrated by Toyste Beach. The card is a Basic EX Pokémon with Team Plasma subtypes, emphasizing its unique place in the Black & White series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include the set code “bw8” and the card ID “bw8-25.” The card’s image can be referenced at /images/bw8/bw8-25.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• The Pokémon-EX rule applies, meaning when Articuno-EX is knocked out, the opponent takes two Prize cards.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s holo finish and vibrant artwork, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or scratching.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Plasma Storm (bw8): Features Team Plasma-themed cards with powerful EX Pokémon like Articuno-EX, emphasizing strategic energy attachments and status effects. This set is known for its rare holo EX cards with detailed artwork and impactful gameplay mechanics.