Collector’s Guide: Dark Arbok (Team Rocket #2)
Quick Facts
Dark Arbok is a Stage 1 Pokémon card from the Team Rocket set, illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita. It has 60 HP and is classified as a Rare Holo card. This Dark Arbok evolves from Ekans and features two Grass-type attacks: Stare, which can disable an opponent’s Pokémon Power temporarily, and Poison Vapor, which poisons the Defending Pokémon and damages all of the opponent’s Benched Pokémon. The card has a retreat cost of 2 and a weakness to Psychic-type attacks (×2). Its legality status is unknown.
Key Printings
- Set: Team Rocket (Base)
- Card Number: 2
- Rarity: Rare Holo
- Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
- HP: 60
- Type: Grass
- Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Ekans)
Variants & Identifiers
This printing of Dark Arbok does not have any known print variants. It is identified by the set code “base5” and card number 2. The card is part of the Team Rocket series and is notable for its holofoil rarity.
| set_name | release_date | number | rarity | hp | illustrator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Team Rocket | 2 | Rare Holo | 60 | Mitsuhiro Arita |
Care & Storage Tips
To preserve the value and condition of this Rare Holo Dark Arbok card:
– Store in a protective sleeve and rigid top-loader.
– Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading.
– Avoid exposure to moisture and extreme temperatures.
– Handle with clean hands to prevent oils and dirt from damaging the holofoil surface.
Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Team Rocket (Base): This set introduced Dark Pokémon cards, including Dark Arbok, which feature unique artwork and gameplay mechanics such as disabling opponent’s Pokémon Powers. Dark Arbok stands out with its tactical attacks that can disrupt opponents and poison multiple Pokémon simultaneously.
Legality: unknown
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