Yveltal (XY 78) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Yveltal is a Rare card from the XY set, numbered 78. It has 130 HP and features the powerful attack Darkness Blade. The design captures Yveltal’s dark energy with vivid detail.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -20
• Flavor Text: When this legendary Pokémon’s wings and tail feathers spread wide and glow red, it absorbs the life force of all living creatures.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the XY set, card number 78. It is a rare card with no evolutions or abilities, focusing on two attacks:

Attacks & Strategy

• Oblivion Wing: recycles Darkness Energy from the discard pile.
• Darkness Blade: a powerful attack with a coin flip risk.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. The card is identified by its set code “xy1” and number “78.” The illustrator credit goes to 5ban Graphics, and the card features the Darkness type symbol prominently.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its attacks provide strategic energy recovery and high damage output with a risk factor, making it a potentially interesting choice in casual play.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially around the edges where wear is most common.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• XY: This card debuted in the XY set as a rare Darkness-type Basic Pokémon with a unique energy-recycling attack and a high-risk, high-reward damage move. It stands out for its striking art and solid HP, making it a notable collectible from this series.