Dustox (Lost Thunder 28) Collectors Guide
Character Intro
Dustox from the Lost Thunder set is a Rare card with 140 HP. It features the Hazardous Evolution ability and the Gust attack. It is card number 28 in the set.
Quick Facts
| set_name | release_date | number | rarity | hp | illustrator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lost Thunder | 28 | Rare | 140 | Midori Harada |
- Type: Grass
- Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Cascoon)
- Retreat Cost: 2
- Weakness: Fire ×2
- Resistance: None
- Ability: Hazardous Evolution — When evolving Dustox from your hand, you may Paralyze and Poison your opponent’s Active Pokémon, placing 3 damage counters between turns instead of 1.
- Attack: Gust — Deals 70 damage with a Grass and Colorless energy cost.
- Flavor Text: “It violently flutters its wings to scatter toxic dust when attacked. It becomes active after sunset.”
- Regulation Mark: Unknown
- Legality: unknown
Key Printings
This printing of Dustox appears in the Sun & Moon series set “Lost Thunder” with the card number 28. It is classified as a Rare card and features artwork by Midori Harada. The card’s unique ability and solid HP make it a notable pick for collectors focusing on this set.
Variants & Identifiers
There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward by its set code “sm8-28,” rarity as Rare, and the distinct illustration by Midori Harada. The card’s Grass type and Stage 2 subtype also help distinguish it.
Legality & Play Notes
Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its ability Hazardous Evolution offers strategic status effects when evolving, and its Gust attack provides a reliable 70 damage output.
Care & Storage Tips
To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or exposure to extreme temperatures to maintain its value and appearance.
Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Lost Thunder (sm8): Dustox appears as a Rare Stage 2 Grass-type with a unique ability that enhances status effects during evolution. It complements the set’s theme of strategic play and diverse Pokémon types.
- Other sets: Unknown for this exact printing.
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