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Raikou-EX
Dark Explorers 38/108 • ultra-rare
- Set
- Dark Explorers
- Number
- 38/108
- Rarity
- Rare Holo EX
- Released
- 2012
- Energy type
- Electric energy
- Finish
- Holographic
- Market price
- $54.95
- Artist
- Shizurow
What it does
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
Discard all Lightning Energy attached to this Pokémon. This attack does 100 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness or Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
Pokémon-EX rule: When a Pokémon-EX has been Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
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- UnlimitedLegal
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Where it came from
The Raikou-EX card was introduced in the 2012 Dark Explorers expansion, a set that bridged the gap between the Black & White base sets and later competitive expansions. The card was designed to highlight the legendary Electric-type Pokémon during a period when the Pokémon Trading Card Game was heavily emphasizing the power of Pokémon-EX, a new mechanic featuring high HP and powerful abilities that allowed for faster, more aggressive gameplay.
The artwork for this specific card features an intense, dynamic illustration by artist Eske Yoshinob, who utilized a sharp, high-contrast aesthetic to capture the legendary beast's speed and electrical prowess. Upon release, the card was well-regarded by players for its 'Volt Crush' ability and its utility in specialized decks, quickly becoming a sought-after staple for collectors of the Black & White era due to its striking holographic foil pattern and the popularity of the legendary Raikou.
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