Plasma Storm

Released
2013-02-06
Base set
135$2,406.61
Full set
138$4,097.60
Master set
257$4,808.26
Code
PLS
Symbol

The master set counts 119 Reverse Holofoil, 109 Normal and 29 Holofoil. It leaves out 5 Haruto Kobayashi, 5 Sheen Holofoil, 5 Yugo Sato, 4 Normal sold outside booster packs and 23 more in 13 other printings.

Black & White—Plasma Storm introduces Team Plasma cards, marked by blue borders and imagery tied to the villainous organization. Pokémon, Trainers, and Energy can all belong to Team Plasma, creating a connected strategy rather than a purely visual theme. Lugia-EX leads the faction’s Pokémon, while Articuno-EX, Zapdos-EX, Moltres-EX, and several Unova legends contribute to the feeling of a large-scale takeover. The expansion closely follows Japan’s Plasma Gale, although the English checklist is not completely identical.

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The set is especially notable for two secret rare cards that reimagine Charizard and Blastoise with striking alternate colouring. Full-art Lugia-EX and Colress are additional collector highlights, while Team Plasma support cards became important in competitive play. The faction’s blue frame makes even ordinary cards immediately recognizable and turns a complete set into a visually cohesive collection. Plasma Storm successfully updates the villain-owned Pokémon concepts seen in older eras by combining identity, artwork, and deck synergy. It begins a three-set Team Plasma storyline and gives the late Black & White series one of its strongest themes, balancing fan-favourite Kanto Pokémon with a distinctly Unova conflict.

138 cards · 257 unique printings in master set

138 cards · 257 unique printings in master set