Team Aqua’s Cacturne Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

A Rare Holo from the Team Magma vs Team Aqua set, Team Aqua’s Cacturne is card number 1. It has 80 HP and features the attack Poison Barb, pairing striking artwork with tactical potential.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Team Aqua’s Cacturne
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Team Aqua’s Cacnea)
• Type: Grass, Darkness
• HP: 80
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Rarity: Rare Holo
• Set: Team Magma vs Team Aqua (ex4)
• Illustrator: K. Utsunomiya
• Image:

Key Printings

Printed as number 1 in the Team Magma vs Team Aqua set (set code ex4), this Rare Holo is a standout for collectors of holofoil cards. Its dual Grass and Darkness typing is a distinctive feature within the set.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact card printing. It’s identifiable by its Grass and Darkness types, Stage 1 subtype, and illustrator credit to K. Utsunomiya. The attacks “Dark Bind” and “Poison Barb” further distinguish it within the set.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This Pokémon is both Grass and Darkness type.
• It has two attacks: “Dark Bind,” which can paralyze the opponent by discarding a Darkness Energy attached to it, and “Poison Barb,” which poisons the defending Pokémon while dealing 40 damage.
• The card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the holofoil surface by sleeving the card and keeping it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching; a top-loader or graded case is ideal for long-term storage. Handle with clean hands to prevent oils or dirt from affecting the artwork.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Magma vs Team Aqua (ex4): Showcasing the rivalry between Team Magma and Team Aqua, this set features Team Aqua’s Cacturne as a rare holo Stage 1 card. Its dual typing and unique attacks align with the set’s thematic focus on conflict and strategy.