Articuno-EX 132 / 135 Pokemon Card from Plasma Storm Set

Articuno-EX — Plasma Storm 132/135 Pokémon TCG card

Articuno-EX is a Basic Pokémon card with a Water type and 170 HP. It is part of the Team Plasma subset and is classified as an EX card. The card was…

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About the Articuno-EX Pokémon Card

Articuno-EX is a Water-type Pokémon card with 170 HP from the Plasma Storm set, part of the Black & White series. It carries the collector number 132/135 and is classified as Rare Ultra. The Plasma Storm set was released on February 6, 2013.

Articuno-EX Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Articuno-EX

Card number: 132/135

Set: Plasma Storm

Series: Black & White

Rarity: Rare Ultra

Subtypes: Basic, EX, Team Plasma

Type: Water

HP: 170

Artist: Toyste Beach

Release date: February 6, 2013

National Pokédex number: 144

Why Collect the Articuno-EX Pokémon Card?

Articuno-EX sits at a higher rarity tier, which makes it the kind of card collectors build sets around and use as a display piece. Well-centred, high-grade copies are the most desirable. For collectors completing the Plasma Storm set, a card like this is often a centrepiece.

Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.

Artwork and Illustration of the Articuno-EX Pokémon Card

Articuno-EX was illustrated by Toyste Beach.

For Rare Ultra cards, the illustration is a major part of the appeal, and the artwork is one of the main reasons collectors seek these cards out.

Market Price and Value of the Articuno-EX Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Articuno-EX is about $329. Recent listings range from roughly $500 (low) to $625 (high), with a mid-point near $500. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.

For context, the Plasma Storm set has a median card value near $3.01 and an average near

6.81, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +29% over the last 7 days and -41% over 30 days.

Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Plasma Storm set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Articuno-EX Pokémon Card

Whether Articuno-EX is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.

Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.

How Rare Is the Articuno-EX Pokémon Card?

Rare Ultra cards such as Articuno-EX are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.

Other Printings of Articuno-EX

Articuno-EX appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Plasma Storm 25 (around

7.66).

These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.

Final Thoughts on the Articuno-EX Pokémon Card

The Articuno-EX pokémon card is a Rare Ultra card from the Plasma Storm set (Black & White series). As a higher-rarity chase card, it appeals to collectors building a complete set or focusing on standout artwork. Its current aggregated market price is about $329; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Articuno-EX card from?

Articuno-EX is from the Plasma Storm set (Black & White series), numbered 132/135 with the Rare Ultra rarity.

What rarity is the Articuno-EX card?

Articuno-EX is classified as Rare Ultra.

How much is the Articuno-EX 132/135 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about $329, within a recent range of roughly $500 to $625. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Articuno-EX card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

How rare is the Articuno-EX card?

Rare Ultra cards such as Articuno-EX are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.

When was the Plasma Storm set released?

The Plasma Storm set was released on February 6, 2013.

Are there other printings of Articuno-EX?

Yes. Articuno-EX appears on one other card across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.