Roaring Moon ex Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Roaring Moon ex is an Ultra Rare from Paradox Rift, card number 229. With 230 HP and the hard-hitting Calamity Storm, its vivid artwork and presence make it a standout for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Basic, ex, Ancient
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Regulation Mark: G
• Rules: Pokémon ex rule applies—when Roaring Moon ex is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

The key printing of Roaring Moon ex is Paradox Rift (sv4), card number 229, as an Ultra Rare.

Attacks at a glance

• Frenzied Gouging: can Knock Out an opponent’s Active Pokémon at the cost of 200 self-damage.
• Calamity Storm: 100 damage plus an additional 120 if a Stadium card is discarded.

Variants & Identifiers

• Variants: There are no known print variants for this card.
• Identifiers: sv4-229; Basic, ex, and Ancient subtypes; Darkness typing; artwork by takuyoa.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
  Roaring Moon ex is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its Pokémon ex rule means knocking it out yields two Prize cards for the opponent, adding a strategic layer to its use.

Care & Storage Tips

• Store in a protective sleeve or toploader.
• Keep in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
• Avoid bending or exposure to moisture to preserve condition.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Paradox Rift (sv4): Roaring Moon ex debuts as a powerful Darkness-type Basic ex Pokémon with high HP and impactful attacks, fitting the set’s theme of paradoxical and ancient Pokémon. The set’s release date is unknown, but it adds a unique and intense card to any collection.