Team Rocket’s Arbok Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Team Rocket’s Arbok from the Destined Rivals set is an Uncommon Stage 1 Darkness-type with 130 HP. It features the ability Potent Glare and the attack Spinning Tail. Numbered 113 in the set, it’s a solid addition for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Stage 1
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: I
• Flavor Text: The pattern on its belly appears to be a frightening face. Weak foes will flee just at the sight of the pattern.
• Image:

Key Printings

This guide covers the exact printing from the Destined Rivals set, card number 113.

• Ability — Potent Glare: Prevents opponents from playing Pokémon with Abilities from their hand unless they are Team Rocket’s Pokémon.
• Attack — Spinning Tail: Deals 30 damage to each of the opponent’s Pokémon, ignoring Weakness and Resistance on Benched Pokémon.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include set code sv10, Uncommon rarity, illustrator Teeziro, Darkness typing, and distinctive Team Rocket branding.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its unique ability can disrupt opponents relying on Abilities, making it a strategic choice in casual or themed play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially around edges and corners. Use a rigid top-loader for long-term storage.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Destined Rivals (sv10): Introduced Team Rocket’s Arbok as a Stage 1 Darkness-type with a disruptive ability and a multi-target attack, adding tactical depth to the set’s lineup. The set’s release date is unknown.