Serperior (bw11-RC3) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Serperior RC3 from the Legendary Treasures set is an uncommon card with 140 HP. It features the elegant ability Royal Garden and the attack Solar Beam. Strategic utility and a sleek illustration make it a notable addition for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Servine)
• Ability: Royal Garden — If Serperior has any Grass Energy attached, it has no Retreat Cost.
• Attack: Solar Beam — Costs 1 Grass and 2 Colorless Energy, deals 80 damage.
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Flavor Text: “It only gives its all against strong opponents who are not fazed by the glare from Serperior’s noble eyes.”
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Legality: unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Legendary Treasures set as card number RC3. It is Uncommon and illustrated by Shin Nagasawa. The clean design and functional ability make it a strong pick for Black & White–era collectors.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code bw11 and the card number RC3. Notable identifiers include the “Royal Garden” ability, the Solar Beam attack, its Stage 2 subtype, and its Grass typing.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its ability to negate Retreat Cost when Grass Energy is attached offers mobility, and Solar Beam provides a consistent 80 damage option.

Care & Storage Tips

Store the card in a protective sleeve away from sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder page for added protection to preserve both play and display value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Legendary Treasures: Features Serperior as an Uncommon Stage 2 Grass-type with an ability that enhances mobility. The set highlights powerful Black & White Pokémon, and Serperior fits that theme with its noble, strategic presence.