Tapu Koko ◇ Collector’s Guide
Character Intro
Tapu Koko ◇ is a Rare Prism Star card from the Team Up set, numbered 51. It has 130 HP, features the Dance of the Ancients Ability, and attacks with Mach Bolt. This card stands out with its distinctive Prism Star rarity.
Quick Facts
| set_name | release_date | number | rarity | hp | illustrator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Team Up | 51 | Rare Prism Star | 130 | Kouki Saitou |
- Type: Lightning
- Stage: Basic, Prism Star
- Retreat Cost: 1
- Weakness: Fighting ×2
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Resistance: Metal -20
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Ability: Dance of the Ancients lets you attach Lightning Energy from your discard pile to two Benched Pokémon once per turn, then sends Tapu Koko ◇ to the Lost Zone.
- Attack: Mach Bolt deals 120 damage with a cost of two Lightning and one Colorless Energy.
- Rules: Prism Star rule restricts having more than one Tapu Koko ◇ in your deck; if discarded, it goes to the Lost Zone instead.
- Flavor Text: “It confuses its enemies by flying too quickly for the eye to follow. It has a hair-trigger temper but forgets what made it angry an instant later.”
Key Printings
From the Sun & Moon Team Up expansion, card number 51. A Rare Prism Star notable for its energy-acceleration ability and high-damage attack.
Variants & Identifiers
There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by its set code “sm9” and card number 51. The card features the distinctive Prism Star symbol (◇) and the illustrator Kouki Saitou’s artwork.
Legality & Play Notes
Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data. The Prism Star rule applies, limiting deck construction to one copy of this card.
Care & Storage Tips
Due to its rarity and unique Prism Star status, store Tapu Koko ◇ in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight to preserve the vibrant illustration by Kouki Saitou. Avoid exposure to moisture and handle with clean hands to maintain its condition.
Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Team Up (sm9): Introduced Tapu Koko ◇ as a Rare Prism Star with a powerful energy manipulation ability and a high-damage attack, adding strategic depth and collectible appeal to the set.
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