Team Rocket’s Crobat ex Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Team Rocket’s Crobat ex from Destined Rivals is an Ultra Rare, number 217. This sleek Darkness-type clocks in at 310 HP, leverages the Biting Spree ability, and pressures opponents with the Assassin’s Return attack for a sharp strategic edge.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Team Rocket’s Crobat ex
• Stage: Stage 2,ex (Evolves from Team Rocket’s Golbat)
• Type: Darkness
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -30
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Regulation Mark: I
• Set Code: sv10
• Series: scarlet_violet
• Card ID: sv10-217
• Image:

Key Printings

The key printing of Team Rocket’s Crobat ex is Destined Rivals 217. This Ultra Rare stands out for its high HP and the “Biting Spree” ability, which places damage counters on opponent’s Pokémon when evolving. Its attack, “Assassin’s Return,” deals 120 damage and lets you return the Pokémon to your hand, discarding all attached cards for a tactical pivot.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants. Identification is straightforward via set code sv10, card number 217, and the “Stage 2,ex” subtype. The illustrator is 5ban Graphics, and the regulation mark is “I.”

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 currently not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

As an Ultra Rare with vivid artwork, store Team Rocket’s Crobat ex in a sleeve and keep it cool, dry, and out of direct sunlight. Avoid bending or moisture to preserve condition and value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Destined Rivals (sv10): Introduced Team Rocket’s Crobat ex as a powerful Darkness-type Stage 2,ex Pokémon with a unique ability and high HP, enhancing strategic play options within the scarlet_violet series.