Hypnotoxic Laser (Team Plasma) 123/135 Pokémon Plasma Storm Raw

Character: N/A

Set: Legendary Treausres

Series: Black & White

Card Number: 77

Rarity: Ultra Rare

Condition: Raw

Grade: N/A

Year: 2013

Illustrator: Ryo Euda

Hypnotoxic Laser (Team Plasma) 123/135 from the Plasma Storm expansion is a powerful and iconic Item card that made a major impact on the competitive Pokémon TCG scene. At first glance, it delivers a potent dual status effect: your opponent’s Active Pokémon becomes Poisoned, and with a coin flip, they may also be Asleep. This combination disrupts your opponent’s rhythm, potentially delaying their attacks and enabling aggressive strategies that capitalize on weakened or immobilized targets. As a Team Plasma-themed card, it fits perfectly into villainous or control-oriented decks aiming to dominate the battlefield through relentless pressure and tactical disruption.

Beyond its immediate status effects, Hypnotoxic Laser gained legendary status for its synergy with other cards, most notably Virbank City Gym. When combined, the card effectively adds +30 damage to all attacks—functionally outperforming the classic PlusPower—while still retaining the chance to inflict Sleep. This powerful interaction allowed players to secure knockouts earlier than expected, reshaping deck-building strategies during its time in format. The card’s flexibility and high reward potential made it a staple in numerous top-tier decks, earning praise as one of the most influential Item cards in the game’s history.

Despite its power, Hypnotoxic Laser is balanced by randomness—the Sleep effect relies entirely on a coin flip, meaning consistent lock-down isn’t guaranteed. However, its low cost and Item classification allow it to be played freely each turn, enabling players to apply constant pressure. Originally released in February 2013, the card was so dominant that it was banned from the 2013 North American Professor Cup, marking a rare move by tournament organizers to restrict a single card. Today, it remains a sought-after collectible for fans of competitive Pokémon TCG history and a nostalgic favorite among veteran players

Card Type / HP / Stage:Item / 0 / Item

Card Text:You may play as many Item cards as you like during your turn (before your attack).

Attack 1:Your opponent's Active Pokemon is now Poisoned. Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokemon is also Asleep.

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