Xerneas-EX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Xerneas-EX from the XY set is a Rare Holo EX card featuring 170 HP. Numbered 97, it showcases the powerful attack X Blast and stands out with its vivid design.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fairy
• Stage: Basic, EX
• Weakness: Metal ×2
• Resistance: Darkness -20
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Attacks:
• Break Through: Deals 60 damage plus 30 damage to one of your opponent’s Benched Pokémon (no Weakness or Resistance applied to Benched Pokémon).
• X Blast: Deals 140 damage but cannot be used during your next turn.
• Pokémon-EX Rule: When knocked out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
• Illustrator: 5ban Graphics
• Set: XY (xy1)
• Card Number: 97

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the XY set printing of Xerneas-EX, card number 97, a Rare Holo EX. This printing is notable for its clean, vivid artwork and strong attack options, making it a prized card for collectors of the XY series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact printing of Xerneas-EX. The card can be identified by:
– The set code “xy1-97”
– The illustrator credit to 5ban Graphics
– Its distinctive Fairy-type coloring and holographic finish

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. The Pokémon-EX rule applies, meaning when Xerneas-EX is knocked out, the opponent takes two Prize cards. Its high HP and powerful attacks make it a formidable Basic EX Pokémon in casual play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s holographic finish and maintain its value, store Xerneas-EX in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card, and consider using a top-loader or binder for added protection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• XY (xy1): The original set featuring Xerneas-EX as a Rare Holo EX card, showcasing the Pokémon’s Fairy typing and strong attack capabilities. This set is known for introducing powerful EX cards with striking artwork by 5ban Graphics.