Garchomp (Plasma Freeze 120) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Garchomp from the Plasma Freeze set is a Rare Secret card numbered 120. With 140 HP and the headline Dragonblade attack, it’s a striking, high-impact addition to any collection.

Why it stands out

• Rare Secret classification with unusual coloration
• Ayaka Yoshida’s distinctive artwork
• Attacks that combine energy disruption (Mach Cut) with pressure (Dragonblade)

Quick Facts

• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Gabite)
• Type: Dragon
• Weakness: Dragon ×2
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Attacks:
• Mach Cut: Discards a Special Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon, dealing 60 damage.
• Dragonblade: Deals 100 damage and requires discarding the top 2 cards of your deck.
• Flavor Text: “This extremely rare Pokémon is a different color than usual. It is very hard to find.”
• Card Number: bw9-120
• Series: Black & White
• Set Code: bw9
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Plasma Freeze expansion (card number 120, Rare Secret). It features no additional abilities; its two impactful attacks emphasize energy disruption and deck manipulation.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include the set code “bw9,” card number “120,” and Ayaka Yoshida’s artwork. Its Rare Secret status and unusual coloration make it a notable collector’s piece.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
According to the provided data, this card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its playability in other formats or casual play is unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a sleeve and keep in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve condition. Handle with clean hands or gloves to avoid surface and edge wear.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Plasma Freeze: Features this rare, visually distinctive Garchomp, highlighting powerful Stage 2 Dragon-type Pokémon with disruptive attacks. Known for its secret rares, with this Garchomp standing out for its unique color variant and strong attack options.