Rocket’s Moltres ex Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Rocket’s Moltres ex from the Team Rocket Returns set is a Rare Holo EX card numbered 100. It features 100 HP and the ability Dark Lift, complemented by the attacks Fire Dance and Combustion. A striking addition to any collection, it pairs distinctive design with powerful moves.

Quick Facts

Card Stats

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Basic, ex
• Retreat Cost: 2 (can be reduced to 0 with Poké-Body)
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Poké-Body: Dark Lift (Retreat cost is 0 if Darkness Energy is attached)
• Attacks:
• Fire Dance: 30 damage; allows attaching a Fire Energy from discard to a Pokémon
• Combustion: 50 damage

Key Printings

The only known printing of Rocket’s Moltres ex is from the Team Rocket Returns set, identified as card number 100. It is a Rare Holo EX card, making it a desirable find for collectors of the ex series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code “ex7” and the card ID “ex7-100.” The card features the illustrator credit to Ryo Ueda and is part of the Darkness-type subset within the ex series.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
When Rocket’s Moltres ex is Knocked Out, the opponent takes 2 Prize cards. Its Poké-Body ability, Dark Lift, can strategically reduce retreat cost to zero if Darkness Energy is attached, enhancing mobility during play. However, it has a double weakness to Water-type attacks.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s holo finish and maintain its value, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card, and consider using a top loader or binder specifically designed for rare holo EX cards.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Rocket Returns (ex7): This set introduced Rocket’s Moltres ex as a powerful Darkness-type Basic Pokémon with a unique retreat cost mechanic and solid attack options. The set is known for its thematic focus on Team Rocket and their shadowy Pokémon.