Donphan (Plasma Storm 72) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Donphan from the Plasma Storm set is an Uncommon card with a solid 130 HP. This sturdy Pokémon features the attack Wreck, adding a straightforward offensive option to your deck. As card number 72, it offers a reliable choice for collectors and players alike.

Quick Facts

• Evolves from: Phanpy
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Weakness: Water (×2)
• Resistance: Lightning (-20)
• Stage: Stage 1
• Types: Fighting
• Flavor Text: “It attacks by curling up, then rolling into its foe. It can blow apart a house in one hit.”

Key Printings

This printing is from the Plasma Storm set, card number 72, and is classified as Uncommon.

• Spinning Turn — Deals 40 damage and allows switching with a Benched Pokémon.
• Wreck — Deals 80+ damage and can discard a Stadium card if one is in play.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “bw8” and card number 72. The illustrator credit to Shin Nagasawa and the unique Fighting-type iconography further distinguish this printing.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its high retreat cost of 4 and specific attack conditions may influence deck-building strategies.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork and condition of this uncommon card, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its unknown legality and potential collector interest, maintaining mint condition is advisable.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Plasma Storm: Donphan appears as a solid Stage 1 Fighting-type with versatile attacks that interact with Stadium cards, adding strategic depth to gameplay. The card’s robust HP and unique abilities make it a notable inclusion in the set.