Cacturne (ex2-2) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Cacturne is a Rare Holo card from the Sandstorm set, numbered 2. It features 80 HP and the ability Poison Payback, adding strategic depth to gameplay. Its attack, Feint Attack, offers a straightforward offensive option. The card’s artwork captures Cacturne’s distinctive desert-themed essence.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Cacnea)
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Ability: Poison Payback (Poison the attacking Pokémon if Cacturne is damaged)
• Attack: Feint Attack (40 damage ignoring Weakness, Resistance, and other effects)
• Rarity: Rare Holo
• Illustrator: Atsuko Nishida
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing of Cacturne appears in the Sandstorm expansion of the ex series, identified by the card number 2/100. It is a Rare Holo card, making it a desirable find for collectors focusing on holofoil cards from the early ex sets.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is uniquely identified by its set code “ex2” and card number “2.” The card’s distinct Poké-Body ability, “Poison Payback,” and its attack “Feint Attack” help distinguish it from other Cacturne printings.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its unique ability and attack make it an interesting card for casual play or collection but not for official tournament use.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holofoil surface and vibrant artwork, store this card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a top loader or a binder with rigid pages to prevent bending or edge wear, especially given its rarity status.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Sandstorm (ex2): This set introduced Cacturne as a Rare Holo Stage 1 Grass-type Pokémon with a strategic Poké-Body and a versatile attack. The set is known for its diverse Grass-type Pokémon and strong holo cards, making this Cacturne a notable inclusion.