Black & White—Plasma Storm

Status: Released (February 2013)

The Storm Arrives with Black & White—Plasma Storm

Team Plasma took total control of the TCG with Black & White—Plasma Storm, released on February 6, 2013. This expansion is instantly recognizable for its distinctive blue-bordered Team Plasma cards, which offered a unique visual flair and heavily synergistic gameplay. Black & White—Plasma Storm introduced the powerful "Lugia-EX," a Team Plasma ace capable of taking an extra prize card with its "Plasma Gale" attack. The set also debuted three new ACE SPEC cards, including "Dowsing Machine," further cementing the single-card power mechanic.

The Power of Team Plasma

The competitive scene was dominated by Team Plasma decks, fueled by cards like "Colress" and the energy-accelerating "Colress Machine." Black & White—Plasma Storm also featured the terrifying "Black Kyurem-EX" and "White Kyurem-EX," which could now be powered up efficiently with Plasma Energy. For collectors, the set is a goldmine, featuring the secret rare shiny Charizard and Blastoise—two of the most sought-after cards in the entire Black & White era. With its cohesive theme and high-value chase cards, Black & White—Plasma Storm remains a high-water mark for modern sets.