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Collector’s Guide: Koffing (Cosmic Eclipse #243)
Koffing Collector’s Guide: Cosmic Eclipse #243

Character Intro

Koffing from the Cosmic Eclipse set is a Rare Secret card numbered 243. This 60 HP Basic Pokémon features the ability Blow-Away Bomb and the attack Poison Gas for disruptive, status-focused play.

Quick Facts

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Cosmic Eclipse 243 Rare Secret 60 HYOGONOSUKE
- Type: Psychic
- Stage: Basic
- Retreat Cost: 1
- Weakness: Psychic ×2
- Ability: Blow-Away Bomb — When discarded by Roxie, places 1 damage counter on each opponent’s Pokémon.
- Attack: Poison Gas — Deals 10 damage and poisons the opponent’s Active Pokémon.
- Flavor Text: Its thin, balloon-like body is inflated by horribly toxic gases. It reeks when it is nearby.
- Set: Cosmic Eclipse (sm12)
- Card Number: 243
- Rarity: Rare Secret
Key Printings

This exact printing is from Cosmic Eclipse, identified as card number 243. It is a Rare Secret Psychic-type Koffing featuring a unique ability and attack, illustrated by HYOGONOSUKE.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “sm12,” card number 243, Rare Secret rarity symbol, Psychic typing, and distinct artwork within the Cosmic Eclipse set.

Legality & Play Notes

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

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the card in a sleeve and keep it away from sunlight and moisture. Avoid edge wear by minimizing handling; for long-term preservation, use a hard case.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Cosmic Eclipse (sm12): Includes the Rare Secret Koffing #243, a Psychic-type Basic Pokémon with a strategic ability and a status-inflicting attack. The set’s cosmic themes complement Koffing’s toxic gas motif.
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October 5, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Latios-GX (Unified Minds #243)
Latios-GX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Latios-GX from Unified Minds is a Rare Rainbow Pokémon-GX with 170 HP. Power Bind adds strategic depth, while Tag Purge provides a dynamic defensive edge. It is card number 243 in the set.

Quick Facts

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Unified Minds 243 Rare Rainbow 170 ConceptLab
- Type: Psychic
- Stage: Basic, GX
- Retreat Cost: 0
- Weakness: Psychic ×2
- Ability: Power Bind — Prevents attacking if you have 4 or fewer Pokémon in play.
- Attacks:
- Tag Purge (120 damage): Prevents damage from TAG TEAM Pokémon during opponent’s next turn.
- Clear Vision-GX: Stops opponent from using GX attacks for the rest of the game.
Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Latios-GX card from the Sun & Moon “Unified Minds” expansion, card number 243. It is a Rare Rainbow variant, distinguished by its vibrant foil treatment and the official artwork by ConceptLab.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact printing. Identification is straightforward via the set code “sm11” and card number 243. The card features no regulation mark, and its rarity is Rare Rainbow.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This Pokémon-GX card follows the standard GX rule: when knocked out, the opponent takes 2 Prize cards. Power Bind requires careful bench management to maintain attacking capability, while Clear Vision-GX can disable opposing GX attacks for the remainder of the game.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the Rare Rainbow foil finish and maintain condition, store Latios-GX in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, and keep it in a stable environment to prevent warping.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Unified Minds (sm11): Latios-GX appears as a powerful Psychic-type Basic GX with strategic abilities and attacks, contributing to the set’s diverse GX lineup. Its Rare Rainbow rarity makes it a prized collectible within this expansion.
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October 4, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Spongy Gloves (Fusion Strike #243)
Spongy Gloves Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Spongy Gloves is an Uncommon card from the Fusion Strike set, numbered 243. Its design features a distinctive style that fits seamlessly within the set’s dynamic theme. Collectors will appreciate its unique place among Fusion Strike’s diverse lineup.

Quick Facts

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Fusion Strike 243 Uncommon Toyste Beach
- Card Number: 243
- Set: Fusion Strike (swsh8)
- Rarity: Uncommon
- Illustrator: Toyste Beach
- Stage: Item, Pokémon Tool
- Retreat Cost: 0
- Regulation Mark: E
- Types: None specified
- Evolves From: None
- Weaknesses/Resistances: None
Key Printings

The only known printing of Spongy Gloves is from the Fusion Strike set, identified by the set code swsh8-243. This printing is notable for its clean design and the absence of HP or attacks, emphasizing its function as a Pokémon Tool rather than a Pokémon card.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its unique card number 243 within the Fusion Strike set and the illustrator credit to Toyste Beach. The card’s regulation mark is E, which helps collectors place it within the Sword & Shield series timeline.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
- Boosts the damage of the Pokémon it is attached to against Active Water Pokémon by 30 before applying Weakness and Resistance.
- Includes text that you may play any number of Item cards during your turn and that you can attach a Pokémon Tool to a Pokémon that doesn’t already have one attached.
- Tournament legality status is unknown.
Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain the card’s condition, store Spongy Gloves in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its uncommon rarity and unique role, keeping it in a binder or a top-loader is recommended to avoid edge wear and surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Fusion Strike (swsh8): Spongy Gloves debuts as an uncommon Pokémon Tool card, enhancing Water matchups with a damage boost and flexible Item usage. It stands out for its minimalist design and strategic utility rather than traditional Pokémon stats or attacks.
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October 1, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Clemont’s Quick Wit (Surging Sparks #243)
Clemont’s Quick Wit: Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Clemont’s Quick Wit is a Special Illustration Rare Supporter from the Surging Sparks set. Numbered 243, it features distinctive artwork and a healing effect that stands out in both play and display.

Quick Facts

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Surging Sparks 243 Special Illustration Rare
- Card Number: 243
- Set Code: sv8
- Stage: Supporter
- Subtypes: Supporter
- Retreat Cost: 0
- Regulation Mark: H
- Pokémon: Clemont’s Quick Wit
- Series: scarlet_violet
- Weaknesses: None
- Resistances: None
- Abilities: None
- Attacks: None
- Rules: Heal 60 damage from each of your Lightning Pokémon. You may play only 1 Supporter card during your turn.
Key Printings

Printed exclusively in Surging Sparks as a Special Illustration Rare, this card is a visually striking target for collectors who focus on Supporters or the Scarlet & Violet era.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants are known for Clemont’s Quick Wit from Surging Sparks. It is identified by set code “sv8-243,” Special Illustration Rare rarity, and regulation mark “H.”

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
Gameplay effect: heal 60 damage from each of your Lightning Pokémon, with the standard limitation of playing only 1 Supporter per turn.

Care & Storage Tips

As a Special Illustration Rare, store the card in a protective sleeve or top loader, keep it cool and dry, and avoid sunlight, bending, and moisture to preserve condition and value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Surging Sparks (sv8): Debuts as a Special Illustration Rare Supporter with a board-wide healing effect for Lightning Pokémon. No other printings or variants are currently documented.
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September 27, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Jamming Tower (Destined Rivals #243)
Jamming Tower (sv10-243) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Jamming Tower is a Hyper Rare card from the Destined Rivals set, numbered 243. Its striking design makes it a notable addition for collectors seeking standout pieces from this series. The card’s rarity highlights its unique status within the set.

Quick Facts

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Destined Rivals 243 Hyper Rare AYUMI ODASHIMA
- Card ID: sv10-243
- Stage: Stadium
- Subtype: Stadium
- Retreat Cost: 0
- Regulation Mark: H
- Types: None
- Evolves From: None
- Weaknesses/Resistances: None
Key Printings

This exact printing of Jamming Tower appears solely in the Destined Rivals set, identified by the set code sv10 and card number 243. It is a Hyper Rare card, making it a standout in booster packs from this series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Its unique identifiers include the set code sv10, card number 243, and the illustrator AYUMI ODASHIMA. The card’s artwork and Stadium subtype further distinguish it within the set.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

Rules text:
– Pokémon Tools attached to each Pokémon (both yours and your opponent’s) have no effect.
– You may play only 1 Stadium card during your turn. Put it next to the Active Spot, and discard it if another Stadium comes into play.
– A Stadium with the same name can’t be played.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the value and condition of your Jamming Tower card, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Hyper Rare status, consider using a top loader or a binder with rigid pages for added protection. Avoid frequent handling to maintain the card’s surface and edges.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Destined Rivals (sv10): Introduces Jamming Tower as a strategic Stadium card with a unique effect on Pokémon Tools and Stadium play. The set features a mix of powerful Pokémon and Trainer cards, with Jamming Tower serving as a tactical asset in gameplay and a prized collectible due to its Hyper Rare rarity.
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September 26, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Shauntal (Paradox Rift #243)
Shauntal Collector’s Guide: Paradox Rift #243

Character Intro

Shauntal appears as an Ultra Rare card in the Paradox Rift set, numbered 243. Its distinctive rarity and presentation make it a standout addition to the set and to any collection.

Quick Facts

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Paradox Rift 243 Ultra Rare En Morikura
- Card Number: 243
- Set: Paradox Rift (scarlet_violet series)
- Rarity: Ultra Rare
- Stage: Supporter
- Retreat Cost: 0
- Regulation Mark: G
- Illustrator: En Morikura
- Image:
Key Printings

This guide covers the sole known printing of Shauntal from the Paradox Rift set, identified as sv4-243. No alternate printings or promo versions are documented.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants. Key identifiers are its set code (sv4), card number (243), and its classification as an Ultra Rare Supporter card with no listed HP or attacks.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

This Supporter card’s rules text involves a coin flip mechanic affecting Pokémon switching on the field and restricts players to one Supporter card per turn. Its tournament legality status is unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

As an Ultra Rare card, store Shauntal in protective sleeves and keep it away from direct sunlight to preserve the vivid artwork by En Morikura. Avoid bending and exposure to moisture to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Paradox Rift (sv4): Introduced Shauntal as a Supporter card with a unique coin flip effect and no HP or attacks. The set is known for its striking artwork and thematic depth, with Shauntal standing out as an ultra-rare collectible.
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September 26, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Ting-Lu ex (Paldea Evolved #243)
Collector’s Guide: Ting-Lu ex Paldea Evolved 243

Character Intro

In the expansive Paldea Evolved set, the Ultra Rare Ting-Lu ex stands out with an impressive HP of 240. Its signature attack, Land Scoop, adds a layer of strategy to any battle. Unique among Pokémon, Ting-Lu ex is graced with the ominous ability, Cursed Land, enhancing its already formidable presence on the field.

Quick Facts
- Type: Fighting
- HP: 240
- Rarity: Ultra Rare
- Ability: Cursed Land, which disables the Abilities of your opponent’s Pokémon in play with damage counters on them (except for Pokémon ex)
- Attack: Land Scoop, dealing 150 damage to one of your opponent’s Benched Pokémon
- Retreat Cost: 4
- Weakness: Grass (×2)
- Rules: Pokémon ex rule: When your Pokémon ex is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
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Paldea Evolved 243 Ultra Rare 240 5ban Graphics

Key Printings

This section is currently empty as the provided data does not include information on different printings.

Variants & Identifiers

The provided data indicates that this card has no print variants (print_variants: []). For identification purposes, use the card number 243 and the regulation mark G.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

Care & Storage Tips

Proper care and storage are essential to preserve the condition of your Pokémon TCG cards. Store them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Use acid-free sleeves and top-loaders for added protection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

This section is currently empty as the provided data does not include information on different sets.

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September 25, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Spidops ex (Scarlet Violet #243)
Collector’s Guide: Spidops ex (Scarlet Violet 243)

Character Intro

In the vibrant world of Scarlet Violet, prepare to be entangled by Spidops ex, a Special Illustration Rare Pokémon boasting an impressive HP of 260. This arachnid-inspired creature, numbered 243 in the set, showcases the Trap Territory ability and the formidable attack, Wire Hang. A must-have for any dedicated collector seeking rare and powerful Pokémon.

Quick Facts
- Type: Grass
- HP: 260
- Evolution: Evolves from Tarountula
- Rarity: Special Illustration Rare
- Ability: Trap Territory, increasing your opponent’s Active Pokémon’s Retreat Cost by Colorless.
- Attack: Wire Hang, dealing 90+ damage plus 30 for each additional Colorless in the opponent’s Active Pokémon’s Retreat Cost.
- Weakness: Fire (×2)
- Resistance: None
- Retreat Cost: 2
- Rules: When your Pokémon ex is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
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Scarlet Violet 243 Special Illustration Rare 260 Miki Tanaka

Key Printings

This card has only one known printing, which is the Scarlet Violet expansion.

Variants & Identifiers
- This card does not have any print variants.
- Regulation Mark: G
- Market Reference Query (EPN): Spidops ex Scarlet Violet 243
- Image URL: /images/sv1/sv1-243.jpg
Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

Care & Storage Tips

To maintain the condition of your cards, store them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Use protective sleeves and top-load binders to prevent damage during handling and transportation.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

Scarlet Violet: The first set of the Pokémon TCG Sword & Shield era, introducing new mechanics and over 200 cards, including Spidops ex.

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September 25, 2025