Porygon2 (Paradox Rift 143) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Porygon2 from the Paradox Rift set is a Common Stage 1 card with 90 HP. It features the attack Powered Ball and is numbered 143 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Porygon)
• Attack: Powered Ball — deals 50 damage and requires discarding an Energy from this Pokémon
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Flavor Text: After artificial intelligence was implemented in Porygon2, the Pokémon began using a strange language that only other Porygon2 understand.

Key Printings

The key printing is Paradox Rift card number 143. It is a Common card with regulation mark “G,” notable for its straightforward attack and moderate HP—an on-theme representation of Porygon2 in the Scarlet & Violet series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include the set code “sv4” and the card ID “sv4-143.” The illustration by kurumitsu and its Common rarity help collectors quickly identify this printing.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data. Its simple attack and moderate HP suggest it may serve more as a collector’s piece than a competitive staple.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. While its Common rarity makes replacement easier, preserving the crisp illustration by kurumitsu enhances display value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Paradox Rift (sv4): Features Porygon2 as a Common Stage 1 card with flavor text emphasizing artificial intelligence. The set’s futuristic, paradox theme aligns with Porygon2’s unique communication traits, and the card’s straightforward design makes it a functional yet collectible addition.