Collector’s Guide: Dark Jolteon (Team Rocket #38)

Quick Facts

Dark Jolteon is a Stage 1 Lightning-type Pokémon card from the Team Rocket set, numbered 38. It evolves from Eevee and features 50 HP. The card is illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita and classified as Uncommon rarity. It has two attacks: Lightning Flash, which can potentially nullify the Defending Pokémon’s attack on the opponent’s next turn, and Thunder Attack, which can paralyze the Defending Pokémon but risks self-damage. The card has a Fighting-type weakness (×2) and a retreat cost of 1. Its flavor text describes Dark Jolteon as a dangerous Pokémon that likes to shock people playfully.

Key Printings

• Set: Team Rocket (base5)
• Card Number: 38
• Rarity: Uncommon
• Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
• HP: 50
• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Eevee)

Variants & Identifiers

This printing has no known print variants. It is identified by the set code “base5” and the card number 38. The card does not have a regulation mark, and its legality status is unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition and value of this Dark Jolteon card, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight, moisture, and extreme temperatures. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface, and handle it with clean hands or gloves to prevent oils and dirt from damaging the card.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Rocket (base5): Dark Jolteon #38 is part of the Team Rocket expansion, which introduced “Dark” Pokémon variants with unique attacks and darker themes. This card exemplifies the set’s focus on disruptive and risky strategies, with attacks that can hinder opponents but may also backfire.

Legality: unknown