Charmander δ Delta Species 49/100 EX Crystal guardians Pokémon Raw

Pokémon: Charmander

Series: EX

Set: Crystal guardians

Card Number: 49/100

Rarity: R

Condition: N/A

Grade: Raw

Year: 2006

Illustrator:   Mitsuhiro Arita

The Charmander δ (Delta Species) 49/100 from the EX Crystal Guardians expansion is a distinctive Lightning-type Basic Pokémon card released in August 2006. Deviating from its traditional Fire typing, this Delta Species variant features 50 HP and artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, depicting the Pokémon amidst the set's signature crystal motifs with a non-holo background and standard rare holographic finish on the illustration. As a Common card, it is easily recognizable by the δ symbol next to its name, indicating its alternate type and evolutionary line potential within the EX era mechanics.

In gameplay, this card serves as an early-game attacker or filler with two simple moves: "Scratch," which deals 10 damage for one Colorless Energy, and "Bite," costing one Lightning and one Colorless Energy to inflict 20 damage. The card carries a Water weakness (×2), no resistance, and a retreat cost of one Colorless Energy, making it a fragile but energy-efficient option for Lightning-type decks or as a benchmark for Delta Species collectors. Its low energy requirements allow for quick deployment, though its low HP limits its survivability against evolved Pokémon.

Collectors value the raw (ungraded) version of this card primarily for its status as a Delta Species, a beloved sub-series known for reimagining Pokémon types. The standard version remains an accessible entry point for completists focusing on the Crystal Guardians set or Arita's artwork.