Alolan Raticate Collector’s Guide (Burning Shadows #82)

Character Intro

Alolan Raticate from the Burning Shadows set is a Rare card numbered 82. It has 120 HP and features the dynamic attack Hyper Fang. This card offers a solid addition to any collection with its distinctive design and reliable stats.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Alolan Rattata)
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Psychic -20
• Retreat Cost: 3

Key Printings

This exact printing of Alolan Raticate appears in the Burning Shadows set, identified as card number 82. It is a Rare card illustrated by Kouki Saitou, featuring two attacks: “Enhanced Fang,” which gains extra damage if a Pokémon Tool is attached, and “Hyper Fang,” a high-risk attack that requires a coin flip to succeed.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “sm3-82,” rarity “Rare,” and the distinctive artwork by Kouki Saitou. The card’s Darkness type and Stage 1 subtype also help distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Its strategic attacks and decent HP make it an interesting collector’s piece rather than a competitive staple.

Care & Storage Tips

• Store in a protective sleeve, away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Handle with clean hands.
• Use a rigid top-loader or a binder for long-term preservation.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Burning Shadows: This set introduced Alolan Raticate as a rare Darkness-type Stage 1 Pokémon with unique attacks that leverage Pokémon Tool cards and coin flips for strategic play. The set is known for its diverse Pokémon and dynamic artwork styles.