Greninja XY #41 Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Greninja from the XY set is a Rare Holo card with 130 HP. It features the Water Shuriken ability and the Mist Slash attack, underscoring its swift, tactical style. As card number 41, it’s a striking addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Frogadier)
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Ability: Water Shuriken – Discard a Water Energy to place 3 damage counters on an opponent’s Pokémon once per turn before attacking.
• Attack: Mist Slash – Deals 50 damage unaffected by Weakness, Resistance, or other effects.
• Flavor Text: It creates throwing stars out of compressed water. When it spins them and throws them at high speed, these stars can split metal in two.
• Image URL: /images/xy1/xy1-41.jpg

Key Printings

Printed in the XY set with set code xy1 and number 41, this Rare Holo is a desirable collectible for fans of Greninja and the XY series. The artwork by 5ban Graphics is distinctive and well-regarded.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact card. Identifiers include the set code (xy1), card number (41), and its Rare Holo classification. The ability and attack names—Water Shuriken and Mist Slash—also help distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its playability in tournaments is therefore uncertain.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the Rare Holo finish and vibrant artwork, store the card in a protective sleeve, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching to maintain collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• XY Set: Introduced as part of the XY series, this Greninja exemplifies the set’s focus on dynamic Water-type Pokémon with unique abilities and attacks. It remains a notable collectible despite unknown release date details.