Altaria ex Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Altaria ex from the Paradox Rift set is a Double Rare card boasting 260 HP. It features the ability Humming Heal and the attack Light Pulse, making it a notable addition to any collection. This card is numbered 140 in its set.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: sv4-140
• Type: Dragon
• Stage: Stage 1, ex
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weaknesses: None listed
• Resistances: None listed
• Regulation Mark: G
• Evolves From: Swablu
• Flavor Text: Unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing of Altaria ex appears in the Paradox Rift set, identified by the set code sv4 and card number 140. It is a Double Rare card, making it a moderately rare find for collectors focusing on the Scarlet & Violet series.

Variants & Identifiers

• There are no known print variants for this card.
• Identifiers that distinguish this printing:
• Ability “Humming Heal,” which heals 20 damage from each of your Pokémon once per turn.
• Attack “Light Pulse” that deals 140 damage and prevents all effects of attacks (except damage) during your opponent’s next turn.
• Illustrator credit: Saki Hayashiro.
• Regulation mark: G.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card follows the Pokémon ex rule: when your Pokémon ex is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
• It is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork and maintain card condition, store Altaria ex in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Double Rare status, handling with clean hands and avoiding bending or scratching will help retain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Paradox Rift (sv4): Altaria ex debuts as a powerful Dragon-type Stage 1 ex card with a healing ability and a strong attack, adding strategic options to the Scarlet & Violet series. Its rarity and unique mechanics make it a notable inclusion in this set.