Ekans – Shining Legends Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Ekans from the Shining Legends set is a Common card numbered 36. This sleek Pokémon has 70 HP and features the attack Poison Sting. Its straightforward design makes it a notable addition for collectors of the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Attack: Poison Sting (10 damage; flip a coin to poison)
• Flavor Text: “The older it gets, the longer it grows. At night, it wraps its long body around tree branches to rest.”
• Card ID: sm35-36
• Set Code: sm35
• Series: sun_moon
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Legal Status: unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing of Ekans appears in the Shining Legends set, identified by card number 36. It is a common rarity card with no evolutions or abilities, focusing on a straightforward Poison Sting attack.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Ekans card. It is identified by its Psychic type, 70 HP, and the illustrator DemizuPosuka. The card’s retreat cost of 2 and weakness to Psychic-type attacks are also key identifiers.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its simple attack and lack of abilities suggest it is more suited for casual play or collectors rather than competitive decks.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork and maintain card condition, store this Ekans card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its common rarity, it is accessible but still benefits from careful handling to retain collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Shining Legends (sm35): This set includes the Ekans card as a Basic Psychic-type with a unique Poison Sting attack. The set is known for its diverse Pokémon and striking artwork, with this Ekans standing out due to its detailed illustration and thematic flavor text.