Pokémon Reversal (ex1-87) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Pokémon Reversal is an uncommon Item card from the Ruby Sapphire set, numbered 87. Its bold, era-specific design makes it a standout for ex-series collectors. As an Item, it has no HP or attacks, but its set placement and disruptive effect give it notable appeal.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: ex1-87
• Stage: Item
• Subtype: Item
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Rules Text: Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent switches 1 of his or her Active Pokémon with 1 of his or her Benched Pokémon.
• Types: None
• Weaknesses/Resistances: None
• Evolves From: None
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Image URL: /images/ex1/ex1-87.jpg

Key Printings

Appears exclusively in the Ruby Sapphire set of the ex series, identified by set code ex1 and card number 87. Illustrated by Hiromichi Sugiyama, whose artwork underscores the classic feel of this board-control Item.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for Pokémon Reversal ex1-87. Its rarity is Uncommon, and it carries no regulation mark. The unique effect and absence of HP or attacks make it easy to spot within the set.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its coin-flip effect can force an opponent to switch their Active Pokémon with a Benched one, offering tactical disruption.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its unknown release date and rarity, maintaining its physical integrity is key for collectors and players alike.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Ruby Sapphire (ex1): A simple, swingy coin-flip Item that manipulates the board state. Its artwork and Uncommon rarity make it a notable inclusion for ex-series collectors.