#33 Vanillite - Dark Explorers (bw5)
Vanillite is a Water-type Pokémon from the Black & White series, featured in the Dark Explorers set released on May 9, 2012. It has 50 HP and requires one Colorless Energy to retreat. The card’s attack, Double Spin, costs one Colorless Energy and deals 10× damage based on coin flips, with damage multiplied by the number of heads. This attack’s effect hinges on flipping two coins, rewarding players with increased damage output depending on the result. Vanillite’s flavor text describes its breath as having a temperature of -58° F and its ability to create snow crystals, causing snowfall in surrounding areas. The card is illustrated by artist Kouki Saitou and is classified as a Common rarity, with the card number 33. It lacks resistances but is weak to Metal-type attacks, which deal double damage. This Pokémon’s design emphasizes its cold-weather association and environmental impact through its abilities and thematic description.
Type
Pokémon
Rarity
Common
Artist
Kouki Saitou
Release Date
5/9/2012

Dark Explorers
Black & White
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