Great Ball (XY 118) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Great Ball is an Uncommon Trainer card from the XY set, numbered 118. Its simple, reliable effect slots into a wide range of decks and supports consistent setup.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: xy1-118
• Stage: Item
• Subtypes: Item
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Rules: Look at the top 7 cards of your deck. You may reveal a Pokémon you find there and put it into your hand. Shuffle the other cards back into your deck. You may play as many Item cards as you like during your turn (before your attack).
• No weaknesses, resistances, or regulation mark.
• No abilities or attacks.

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the XY base set (set code xy1) as card number 118. It is an Uncommon card featuring artwork by Toyste Beach. There are no known alternate printings or promotional versions of this card.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no listed print variants. Identification is straightforward via its set code (xy1), card number (118), and the Toyste Beach illustration. The lack of HP, attacks, or abilities also distinguishes it from Pokémon cards and other Trainers.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. It functions as a useful Item card that allows players to search the top seven cards of their deck for a Pokémon and add it to their hand, supporting deck consistency.

Care & Storage Tips

As an Uncommon XY card, store Great Ball in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture to avoid fading or warping. File it with other XY set cards for easy reference and to maintain collectible value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• XY (xy1): Great Ball is included as card 118, serving as a reliable Item card for Pokémon retrieval. It complements the set’s focus on strategic deck manipulation and features clean, functional artwork by Toyste Beach.