Galvantula Collector’s Guide: Dark Explorers (bw5-43)

Character Intro

Galvantula from the Dark Explorers set is a rare card numbered 43 with 80 HP. Its standout attack, Electrisilk, brings an electrifying edge to gameplay, and the vibrant artwork captures the feel of its dynamic abilities.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Joltik)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistances: None
• Regulation Mark: None

Key Printings

This guide covers the exact printing of Galvantula from the Black & White series set “Dark Explorers,” card number 43. It is a rare card with no known alternate printings or special variants.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward via set code “bw5” and card number 43; the Akira Komayama illustrator credit and the card’s unique attacks further distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

This Galvantula card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Attacks

• Quick Turn: Relies on coin flips for damage.
• Electrisilk: Deals extra damage if the opponent’s Pokémon has no Retreat Cost.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain condition, store this card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and collector interest, consider a top loader or a binder with individual pockets.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Dark Explorers: Features Galvantula as a rare Lightning-type Stage 1 Pokémon whose attacks mix chance and conditional damage boosts. The artwork emphasizes its electric web-trapping theme.