Collector’s Guide: Dark Dragonite (Team Rocket #5)

Quick Facts

Dark Dragonite is a Stage 2 Colorless Pokémon card from the Team Rocket set, illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita. It has 70 HP and features the Pokémon Power ability “Summon Minions,” which allows you to search your deck for up to 2 Basic Pokémon and put them onto your Bench when you play Dark Dragonite from your hand. Its attack, “Giant Tail,” deals 70 damage but requires a coin flip to succeed. The card is a Rare Holo with a retreat cost of 2 and resistance to Fighting-type attacks (-30). It evolves from Dark Dragonair and is sometimes called “The God of Destruction” due to its massive wings supporting its weight.

Key Printings

• Set: Team Rocket (base5)
• Card Number: 5
• Rarity: Rare Holo
• Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
• HP: 70
• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Stage 2 (evolves from Dark Dragonair)

Variants & Identifiers

This printing has no known print variants. It is identified by the set code “base5” and card number 5. The card does not have a regulation mark, and its legality status is unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holofoil surface and maintain card condition, store Dark Dragonite in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card, and consider using a top loader or binder for added protection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Rocket (base5): Dark Dragonite appears as a powerful Stage 2 Pokémon with a unique ability to accelerate bench setup, fitting the set’s theme of dark and shadowy Pokémon. Its combination of a strong attack and bench support makes it a notable card for collectors interested in the Team Rocket era.

Legality: unknown
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Collector’s Guide: Dark Dragonite (Team Rocket #22)

Quick Facts

Dark Dragonite is a Stage 2 Colorless-type Pokémon card from the Team Rocket set. It features 70 HP and is illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita. This card is classified as Rare and has a retreat cost of 2. It has a Fighting-type resistance (-30) but no listed weaknesses. The card’s legality status is unknown.

Key Printings

• Set: Team Rocket (base5)
• Card Number: 22
• Rarity: Rare
• Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
• Stage: Stage 2 (evolves from Dark Dragonair)
• HP: 70

Variants & Identifiers

This printing has no known print variants. It can be identified by its set code “base5-22” and the Team Rocket logo. The card’s unique ability, “Summon Minions,” allows you to search your deck for up to 2 Basic Pokémon and put them onto your Bench when you play Dark Dragonite from your hand. Its attack “Giant Tail” requires four Colorless energy and deals 70 damage but depends on a coin flip to succeed.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the value and condition of this rare 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 card surface.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Rocket (base5): This set introduced Dark Pokémon cards, including Dark Dragonite, which features unique abilities and darker artwork. Dark Dragonite stands out with its powerful “Summon Minions” ability and thematic flavor text referencing its nickname, “The God of Destruction.”