Category: Power Keepers

  • Collector’s Guide: Sharpedo (Power Keepers #38)

    Sharpedo (Power Keepers 38) Collector’s Guide

    Character Intro

    Sharpedo from the Power Keepers set is an uncommon card numbered 38. It has 70 HP and features the attack Darkness Charge. This card offers a straightforward yet dynamic addition to any collection.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Power Keepers 38 Uncommon 70 Midori Harada
    • Type: Darkness
    • Stage: Stage 1
    • Weakness: Grass ×2
    • Resistance: Psychic -30
    • Retreat Cost: 0

    Key Printings

    This exact printing is from the Power Keepers set, card number 38. It is an uncommon card illustrated by Midori Harada. The card’s attacks include Tight Jaw, which can paralyze the opponent’s Pokémon on a coin flip, and Darkness Charge, which deals 50 damage at the cost of placing a damage counter on Sharpedo itself.

    Variants & Identifiers

    No print variants are listed for this card. Identifiers include the set code ex16 and the card ID ex16-38. The card is part of the ex series and has no regulation mark.

    Legality & Play Notes

    Legality: unknown.
    This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data.

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve this uncommon Sharpedo card, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to maintain its collectible condition.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Power Keepers: This set includes Sharpedo as a Stage 1 Darkness-type Pokémon with a balance of offensive and status-inflicting attacks. The set’s artwork and card design reflect the early ex-series style, with no known special variants for this card.

    Sharpedo (Power Keepers) #38

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    Sharpedo (Power Keepers) #38

  • Collector’s Guide: Shelgon (Power Keepers #39)

    Shelgon Collectors Guide

    Character Intro

    Shelgon is an uncommon Pokémon card from the Power Keepers set, numbered 39. It features 80 HP and attacks including Rolling Tackle. This card offers a straightforward addition to any collection seeking balanced gameplay options.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Power Keepers 39 Uncommon 80 Midori Harada
    • Type: Colorless
    • Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Bagon)
    • Weakness: Colorless ×2
    • Resistances: Fire -30, Fighting -30
    • Retreat Cost: 2
    • Attacks:
    • Rage: Does 10 damage plus 10 more damage for each damage counter on Shelgon (cost: Fire, Colorless)
    • Rolling Tackle: 40 damage (cost: Water, Colorless, Colorless)
    • Abilities: None
    • Flavor Text: Unknown
    • Regulation Mark: None

    Key Printings

    This specific printing of Shelgon is card number 39 from the ex Power Keepers set (ex16). It is an uncommon rarity card illustrated by Midori Harada. The card’s image can be viewed at /images/ex16/ex16-39.jpg.

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code ex16 and the card number 39. The card is part of the “Stage 1” subtype and is classified under the Colorless type.

    Legality & Play Notes

    • Legality: unknown
    • This Shelgon card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No additional tournament or play notes are available.

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its uncommon rarity and detailed illustration, maintaining the card’s surface and edges is essential for collectors.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Power Keepers (ex16): This set includes Shelgon as a Stage 1 Colorless Pokémon with a unique combination of Fire and Water energy attacks. The set focuses on a variety of Pokémon with diverse typings and abilities, though this Shelgon printing lacks abilities.

    Shelgon (Power Keepers) #39

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    Shelgon (Power Keepers) #39

  • Collector’s Guide: Vigoroth (Power Keepers #41)

    Vigoroth (ex16-41) Collector’s Guide

    Character Intro

    Vigoroth is an Uncommon Stage 1 Colorless Pokémon from the Power Keepers set, numbered 41. With 70 HP, the Strikes Back Poké-Body, and the Ambush attack, it brings reactive pressure and coin-flip potential to the field.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Power Keepers 41 Uncommon 70 Hajime Kusajima
    • Type: Colorless
    • Stage: Stage 1
    • Evolves From: Slakoth
    • Retreat Cost: 1
    • Weakness: Fighting ×2
    • Ability: Strikes Back (Poké-Body) — Places a damage counter on the attacking Pokémon when Vigoroth is damaged
    • Attack: Ambush — Flip a coin; if heads, does 40 damage total

    Card Mechanics

    • Poké-Body — Strikes Back: Punishes opponents by placing a damage counter on the attacker when Vigoroth takes damage.
    • Attack — Ambush: A coin-flip attack that reaches 40 total damage on heads.

    Printing Notes

    This exact printing is from the ex16 Power Keepers set, numbered 41. It is an Uncommon card illustrated by Hajime Kusajima and features the Strikes Back Poké-Body and the Ambush attack.

    Variants & Identifiers

    No print variants are known for this card. Identification is straightforward via its set code “ex16-41,” Uncommon rarity, and Hajime Kusajima’s unique artwork. The card’s image can be referenced at /images/ex16/ex16-41.jpg.

    Legality & Play Notes

    Legality: unknown
    This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its reactive Poké-Body that places damage counters on the attacking Pokémon may interest collectors who enjoy gameplay mechanics, though tournament use is not applicable.

    Care & Storage Tips

    Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. As an Uncommon with distinctive artwork, preserving sharp corners and a clean surface helps retain collector value.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Power Keepers (ex16): Vigoroth appears as a Stage 1 Colorless Pokémon with a reactive Poké-Body and a coin-flip based attack, highlighted by Hajime Kusajima’s vivid illustration. The release date is unknown.

    Vigoroth (Power Keepers) #41

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    Vigoroth (Power Keepers) #41

  • Collector’s Guide: Aron (Power Keepers #42)

    Aron (Power Keepers 42) Collector’s Guide

    Character Intro

    Aron is a sturdy Common Pokémon card from the Power Keepers set, numbered 42. It has 50 HP and features the straightforward attack Tackle. This card offers a simple yet reliable option for collectors and players alike.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Power Keepers 42 Common 50 Tomokazu Komiya
    • Type: Metal
    • Stage: Basic
    • Retreat Cost: 2
    • Weakness: Fire (×2)
    • Resistance: Grass (-30)
    • Attacks:
    • Dig Deep: Retrieve an Energy card from your discard pile.
    • Tackle: Deals 20 damage.
    • Evolves From: None
    • Flavor Text: Unknown
    • Regulation Mark: None

    Key Printings

    The key printing of Aron in the Power Keepers set is card number 42. This printing is a Common rarity and is illustrated by Tomokazu Komiya. It is a Basic Metal-type Pokémon with a focus on energy recovery and basic damage output.

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants for this Aron card. Identifiers include the set code “ex16” and the card ID “ex16-42.” The card is part of the “ex” series and is identified in market queries as “Aron Power Keepers 42.”

    Legality & Play Notes

    Legality: unknown
    This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No additional tournament or play notes are available.

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Common rarity, it is ideal for collectors focusing on the Power Keepers set or Metal-type Pokémon. Avoid bending or scratching the card to maintain its value and visual appeal.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Power Keepers (ex16): This set features Aron as a Basic Metal-type Pokémon with practical energy retrieval and attack options. The card fits well into collections emphasizing early Metal-type Pokémon and offers straightforward gameplay utility.

    Aron (Power Keepers) #42

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    Aron (Power Keepers) #42

  • Collector’s Guide: Bagon (Power Keepers #43)

    Bagon (Power Keepers 43) Collectors Guide

    Character Intro

    Bagon from the Power Keepers set is a Common card numbered 43. It has 50 HP and features the attack Retaliate. This straightforward design makes it a solid choice for collectors seeking classic Pokémon TCG cards.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Power Keepers 43 Common 50 Midori Harada
    • Type: Colorless
    • Stage: Basic
    • Attack: Retaliate (Does 10 damage times the number of damage counters on Bagon)
    • Retreat Cost: 1
    • Weakness: Colorless ×2
    • Resistances: Fire -30, Fighting -30
    • Evolves From: None
    • Abilities: None

    Key Printings

    This exact printing is from the Power Keepers set (ex16), card number 43. It is a Common rarity card illustrated by Midori Harada. No alternate printings or promotional versions are noted.

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include the set code “ex16” and the card number “43.” The card is classified as a Basic, Colorless-type Pokémon with the subtype “Basic.”

    Legality & Play Notes

    • Legality: unknown
    • This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

    Its single attack, Retaliate, scales damage based on damage counters on Bagon, making it situational in play.

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface, especially since it is a common card that may be handled frequently.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Power Keepers (ex16): This set includes Bagon as a straightforward Basic Pokémon with a unique damage-scaling attack. The card fits well into collections focusing on the ex series or Colorless-type Pokémon.

    Bagon Power Keepers 43

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    Bagon (Power Keepers) #43

  • Collector’s Guide: Baltoy (Power Keepers #44)

    Baltoy (Power Keepers 44) Collectors Guide

    Character Intro

    Baltoy is a Common Pokémon card from the Power Keepers set, numbered 44. It has a modest 50 HP and features the attack Spinning Attack. This card offers a simple yet distinct addition to any collection.

    Quick Facts

    • HP: 50
    • Type: Psychic
    • Stage: Basic
    • Retreat Cost: 1
    • Weakness: Psychic ×2
    • Rarity: Common
    • Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
    • Set: Power Keepers (ex16)
    • Card Number: 44
    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Power Keepers 44 Common 50 Mitsuhiro Arita

    Key Printings

    This exact printing of Baltoy is from the ex Power Keepers set, identified by the set code ex16-44.

    Attacks

    • Psybeam: Can confuse the opponent’s Pokémon on a coin flip.
    • Spinning Attack: Deals straightforward damage.

    The card does not have any abilities or flavor text.

    Variants & Identifiers

    • There are no known print variants for this card.
    • Key identifiers include its Psychic type, common rarity, and the distinctive artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita.
    • The card’s retreat cost is one Colorless energy, and it has a Psychic weakness.

    Legality & Play Notes

    Legality: unknown
    This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its playability and tournament status remain unknown.

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its common rarity, it is accessible but still benefits from careful handling to maintain collector value.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Power Keepers (ex16): This set includes Baltoy as a Basic Psychic-type Pokémon with simple but effective attacks. The set is known for its diverse range of Pokémon and Mitsuhiro Arita’s detailed illustrations. The release date for this set is unknown, making it a curious addition for collectors focusing on the ex series.

    Baltoy (Power Keepers) #44

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    Baltoy (Power Keepers) #44

  • Collector’s Guide: Banette (Power Keepers #4)

    Banette (Power Keepers 4) Collector’s Guide

    Character Intro

    Banette from the Power Keepers set is a Rare Holo card numbered 4 with 70 HP. It showcases the distinctive attack Bench Manipulation for strategic play, and its artwork captures Banette’s eerie presence with vivid detail.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Power Keepers 4 Rare Holo 70 Ken Sugimori
    • Type: Psychic
    • Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Shuppet)
    • Weakness: Darkness ×2
    • Resistance: Fighting -30
    • Retreat Cost: 1
    • Set Code: ex16
    • Series: ex

    Key Printings

    This exact printing is from the Power Keepers set, card number 4. It is a rare holo featuring two attacks:

    • Grudge: 20 damage plus 10 more for each Prize card your opponent has taken.
    • Bench Manipulation: 40 damage times the number of tails flipped based on the opponent’s Benched Pokémon. This damage ignores Weakness and Resistance.

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include:
    – Card number: 4
    – Set code: ex16
    – Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
    – Holofoil finish and Psychic type symbol

    Legality & Play Notes

    Legality: unknown
    This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its unique damage mechanics may interest collectors more than competitive players.

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the holofoil and vibrant artwork, store the card 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

    • Power Keepers (ex16): This set includes Banette as a rare holo Stage 1 Psychic Pokémon, notable for its strategic attacks and classic Ken Sugimori illustration. The set’s release date is unknown, but it remains a sought-after piece for collectors focusing on the ex series.

    Banette (Power Keepers) #4

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    Banette (Power Keepers) #4

  • Collector’s Guide: Vibrava (Power Keepers #40)

    Vibrava (ex16-40) Collector’s Guide

    Character Intro

    Vibrava from the Power Keepers set is an Uncommon, Stage 1 Colorless Pokémon with 80 HP. It features the attack Dragonbreath and is card number 40 in the set, making it a notable pick for collectors.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Power Keepers 40 Uncommon 80 Mitsuhiro Arita
    • Type: Colorless
    • Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Trapinch)
    • HP: 80
    • Retreat Cost: 1
    • Weakness: Colorless ×2
    • Resistances: Lightning -30, Fighting -30

    Key Printings

    This exact printing appears in the ex Power Keepers set as card number 40.

    • Ram: 20 damage for two Colorless energies
    • Dragonbreath: Requires Grass, Lightning, and Colorless energies; deals 60 damage and can paralyze the opponent on a coin flip

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code ex16 and the card number 40. The illustrator is Mitsuhiro Arita.

    Legality & Play Notes

    Legality status: unknown. This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No additional tournament or play notes are available.

    Care & Storage Tips

    Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity and detailed illustration, maintaining mint condition will help retain collector value.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Power Keepers (ex16): Includes Vibrava as a Stage 1 Colorless Pokémon with solid HP and useful attacks. It fits well into collections focusing on the ex series and features Mitsuhiro Arita’s distinctive art style.

    Vibrava ex16-40

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    Vibrava (Power Keepers) #40

  • Collector’s Guide: Beldum (Power Keepers #45)

    Beldum Collector’s Guide: Power Keepers (ex16-45)

    Character Intro

    Beldum is a Common Pokémon card from the Power Keepers set, numbered 45. It has 50 HP and features the attack Magnetic Lines. This card offers a straightforward addition to any collection.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Power Keepers 45 Common 50 Midori Harada
    • Type: Metal
    • Stage: Basic
    • Retreat Cost: 2
    • Weakness: Fire ×2
    • Resistance: Grass -30
    • Attack: Magnetic Lines (10 damage) — Flip a coin; if heads, move a basic Energy card from the Defending Pokémon to another of your opponent’s Pokémon (ignored if only one Pokémon).
    • Evolves From: None

    Key Printings

    This exact printing is from the Power Keepers set, identified by the set code ex16 and card number 45. It is a Common rarity card featuring no special print variants. The card’s illustration by Midori Harada is unique to this release.

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward via the set code ex16, card number 45, and the illustrator credit to Midori Harada. The card’s Metal type and the Magnetic Lines attack also help distinguish it.

    Legality & Play Notes

    Legality: unknown
    This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its simple attack and low HP suggest it is more suited for casual play or collection rather than competitive use.

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Common rarity and unknown release date, maintaining the card’s physical quality is key for collectors.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Power Keepers (ex16): This set includes Beldum as a Basic Metal-type Pokémon with a unique attack that manipulates opponent’s Energy cards. The set’s artwork and design style are consistent with early ex-series aesthetics.

    Beldum (Power Keepers) #45

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    Beldum (Power Keepers) #45

  • Collector’s Guide: Cacnea (Power Keepers #46)

    Cacnea (Power Keepers 46) Collectors Guide

    Character Intro

    Cacnea from the Power Keepers set is a Common card numbered 46 with 50 HP. This prickly Pokémon features the attack Feint Attack, offering a straightforward option for gameplay. Its modest stats make it a simple yet distinctive addition to any collection.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Power Keepers 46 Common 50 Hajime Kusajima
    • Type: Grass
    • Stage: Basic
    • Retreat Cost: 1
    • Weakness: Fire ×2
    • Abilities: None
    • Attack: Feint Attack (Choose 1 of your opponent’s Pokémon and deal 10 damage; damage is unaffected by Weakness, Resistance, Poké-Powers, Poké-Bodies, or other effects)

    Key Printings

    This exact printing of Cacnea appears in the Power Keepers set, identified by card number 46. It is a common rarity card with no evolutions or special abilities. The card’s single attack, Feint Attack, offers a tactical option by ignoring typical damage modifiers.

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include the set code “ex16,” the card number “46,” and the illustrator Hajime Kusajima. The card features a single Colorless energy cost for its attack and a retreat cost of one.

    Legality & Play Notes

    Legality: unknown
    This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to available data. Its simple attack and low HP suggest it is more suited for casual play or collection rather than competitive use.

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve this common yet visually distinctive card, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to maintain the integrity of the illustration by Hajime Kusajima.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Power Keepers (ex16): This set includes Cacnea as a basic Grass-type Pokémon with a unique Feint Attack that bypasses common defensive effects. The set focuses on a variety of Pokémon with straightforward mechanics, making it accessible for collectors and casual players alike.

    Cacnea (Power Keepers) #46

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    Cacnea (Power Keepers) #46