Magikarp & Wailord-GX Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Magikarp & Wailord-GX from the Team Up set is a Rare Rainbow card numbered 183. With a massive 300 HP, it’s a resilient addition to any deck. Its standout attack, Super Splash, showcases the duo’s aquatic power.

Quick Facts

• Card Number: 183
• Set: Team Up (sm9)
• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic, TAG TEAM, GX
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Flavor Text: Unknown

Key Printings

Printed as a Rare Rainbow variant, this card is visually distinct and highly desirable for collectors.

Attacks

• Super Splash: Requires five Water Energy and deals 180 damage.
• Towering Splash-GX: Costs one Water Energy and can deal 10 damage plus 100 damage to each of the opponent’s Benched Pokémon if at least 7 extra Water Energy are attached (in addition to the attack cost). This GX attack can only be used once per game.

Variants & Identifiers

No known print variants exist for this exact card. It can be identified by:
– Set code “sm9-183”
– TAG TEAM and GX subtypes
– Rare Rainbow rarity
– Illustrator credit: 5ban Graphics

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card follows the TAG TEAM rule: when your TAG TEAM is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 3 Prize cards.
• It is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

• Store in a protective sleeve and keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading.
• Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to avoid bending or edge wear.
• Maintain a stable, dry environment to preserve condition over time.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Up (sm9): Features Magikarp & Wailord-GX as a Rare Rainbow TAG TEAM, spotlighting high-HP Water-type combinations with impactful GX attacks and dynamic TAG TEAM mechanics.

Pikachu & Zekrom-GX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Pikachu & Zekrom-GX is a Rare Rainbow card from the Team Up set, numbered 184. It boasts 240 HP and the powerful Tag Bolt-GX attack. The vibrant design highlights the dynamic partnership of these iconic Pokémon.

Quick Facts

Card Stats & Mechanics

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Basic, TAG TEAM, GX
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Metal -20
• Rules: TAG TEAM rule applies—when knocked out, opponent takes 3 Prize cards.
• Attacks:
• Full Blitz: Attach up to 3 Lightning Energy from deck to one Pokémon, deals 150 damage.
• Tag Bolt-GX: Requires 3 extra Lightning Energy attached; deals 200 damage and 170 to a Benched Pokémon (once per game).

Key Printings

Printed as number 184 in Team Up with a Rare Rainbow rarity. This is a Basic TAG TEAM GX card with no evolutions from previous forms.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact printing. Identify it via set code “sm9-184” and artwork by 5ban Graphics.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown.
The TAG TEAM rule applies, and the GX attack “Tag Bolt-GX” can only be used once per game.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight to preserve colors. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface damage.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Up (sm9): This set introduced the Pikachu & Zekrom-GX TAG TEAM card, featuring powerful Lightning-type synergy and a high HP pool, making it a standout collectible and competitive option in its era.

Gengar & Mimikyu-GX Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Gengar & Mimikyu-GX from the Team Up set is a Rare Rainbow card numbered 186. It has 240 HP and features the attack Poltergeist. Its vibrant design makes it a notable addition for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Basic, TAG TEAM, GX
• Weakness: Darkness ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -20
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Rules: TAG TEAM rule applies: When this TAG TEAM is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 3 Prize cards.
• Attacks:
• Poltergeist: Reveals opponent’s hand and deals 50 damage for each Trainer card found.
• Horror House-GX: Prevents opponent from playing cards next turn; with extra Psychic Energy attached, both players draw up to 7 cards. GX attack limit applies.

Key Printings

Numbered 186 in Team Up, this rare rainbow variant is a visually appealing and sought-after piece for collectors focusing on TAG TEAM GX cards.

Variants & Identifiers

This printing has no known print variants. It is uniquely identified by set code “sm9-186” and credits 5ban Graphics as illustrator. The card’s rarity is Rare Rainbow, distinguishing it from standard rare or holo prints.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. The TAG TEAM rule applies, meaning if this Pokémon is Knocked Out, the opponent takes 3 Prize cards.

Care & Storage Tips

Handle the rare rainbow finish with care to avoid scratches and surface wear. Store in a protective sleeve and consider a top loader or a binder with individual pockets. Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture to preserve colors and structural integrity.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Up (sm9): Introduces the Gengar & Mimikyu-GX TAG TEAM card as a Rare Rainbow variant. It features powerful Psychic-type attacks and a high HP pool, exemplifying the set’s focus on TAG TEAM mechanics with an impactful GX attack and strategic gameplay rules.