Shiftry ex Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Shiftry ex from the Power Keepers set is a Rare Holo EX card numbered 97. With 140 HP and the striking attack Dirge, it pairs vivid Ryo Ueda artwork with a powerful board presence for collectors and fans of ex-era cards.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Stage 2, ex (evolves from Nuzleaf)
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Resistance: Psychic -30
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Rules: When Pokémon-ex has been Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Power Keepers set, identified by the set code ex16 and card number 97. It is a Rare Holo EX card, distinguished by its high HP and unique attacks.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its card number (97), set name (Power Keepers), and illustrator (Ryo Ueda). The card’s Darkness type and Stage 2, ex subtype also help distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Attacks:
– Skill Hack: Copies an opponent’s Basic or Evolution Pokémon attack (ignoring Energy cost).
– Dirge: Deals 60 damage to each of the opponent’s Benched Pokémon sharing the Defending Pokémon’s name.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s holo finish and artwork, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Power Keepers (ex16): Shiftry ex appears as a Rare Holo EX card, notable for its strategic attacks and solid HP. The set’s focus on ex Pokémon makes this card a valuable piece for collectors of the ex series.