Kabutops ex

Sandstorm 97/100 • ultra-rare

Set: Sandstorm
Number: 97/100
Rarity: Rare Holo EX
Released: 2003
Energy type: water energy
Finish: Holographic
Market price: $147.25
Artist: Ryo Ueda

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Market

What it's worth

$147.25market price via TCGplayer · Nov 4, 2026$91.52 – $147.25 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As an ultra-rare water type, this card represents a pivotal era in the evolution of the trading card game where specific variants were introduced to provide a more powerful presence on the table. Its status as a highly sought-after holo makes it a prized centerpiece for those who value the scarcity and distinct design language of this particular collection.

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Card face

What it does

150 HPStage 2ex

Cost: colorless energyHydrocutter40×

Flip a number of coins equal to the amount of Energy attached to Kabutops ex. This attack does 40 damage times the number of heads. You can't flip more than 3 coins in this way.

Cost: fighting energy fighting energy colorless energy colorless energySpiral Drain70

Remove 2 damage counter from Kabutops ex (remove 1 if there is only 1).

Weaknessgrass energy×2lightning energy×2Retreatcolorless energy colorless energy

When Pokémon-ex has been Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
ExpandedNot legal
UnlimitedLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

The Kabutops ex card was released as part of the EX Sandstorm expansion in September 2003, marking the second installment in the EX series of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. This set introduced the 'ex' mechanic, which featured powerful Pokémon with significantly higher hit points and specialized attacks, reflecting a design shift intended to accelerate the game's pace and add tactical depth for competitive players.

The card features artwork by Ryo Ueda, a prominent illustrator for the series known for his dynamic, computer-generated style that often emphasizes the aggressive, mechanical nature of the Pokémon. Kabutops ex was designed to showcase the new ultra-rare aesthetic, characterized by a unique foil treatment and a distinct silver border. Upon release, it was well-received by collectors for its striking holographic pattern and its viability in the contemporary competitive metagame, where its 'Fastash' attack provided a necessary edge against speed-oriented decks.

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