Lotad (Plasma Storm 29) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Lotad from the Plasma Storm set is a common Pokémon card numbered 29. It has 60 HP and features the attack Bubble Beam. This card offers a straightforward addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Attack: Bubble Beam — Deals 20 damage and may Paralyze the Defending Pokémon on a coin flip
• Flavor Text: “It looks like an aquatic plant and serves as a ferry to Pokémon that can’t swim.”
• Set Code: bw8
• Card ID: bw8-29
• Print Variants: None known
• Legality: unknown
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing of Lotad appears in the Plasma Storm expansion of the Black & White series. It is a Common rarity card, making it relatively accessible for collectors and players alike.

Variants & Identifiers

No alternate print variants or special editions of this Lotad card are documented. Identification relies on the set code “bw8,” card number 29, and the illustrator Midori Harada’s distinctive artwork.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status for this card is unknown. It is not currently listed as legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. The card’s single attack, Bubble Beam, offers a chance to Paralyze opponents, which may provide tactical utility in casual play.

Care & Storage Tips

As a Common card with no special variants, standard protective measures are recommended. Use sleeves and store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve the card’s condition and artwork vibrancy.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Plasma Storm (bw8): This set features Lotad as a Basic Water-type Pokémon with a simple but effective attack. The set is known for its thematic focus on Plasma and Electric types, with Lotad providing a gentle aquatic presence.