Alakazam-EX (Fates Collide 117) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Alakazam-EX from the Fates Collide set is a Rare Ultra card with 160 HP. It features the ability Kinesis and the attack Suppression. This card is numbered 117 in the set, making it a notable addition for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Basic, EX
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Ability: Kinesis – When evolving into M Alakazam-EX, place damage counters on opponent’s Active and Benched Pokémon.
• Attack: Suppression – Places 3 damage counters on each opponent’s Pokémon with Energy attached.
• Pokémon-EX Rule: When knocked out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This guide covers the exact printing of Alakazam-EX from the XY series set Fates Collide, card number 117. It is a Rare Ultra variant with no known alternate printings or promo versions.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate versions for this card. Identification is straightforward by set code “xy10” and card number 117. The card’s Psychic type, 160 HP, and the Kinesis ability are key identifiers.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
Note that as a Pokémon-EX, Alakazam-EX follows the rule where your opponent takes 2 Prize cards if it is knocked out. The card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s Rare Ultra quality and the artwork by Ryo Ueda, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Fates Collide (XY10): This set introduced Alakazam-EX with a unique ability that impacts both Active and Benched opponent Pokémon, adding strategic depth. The card stands out for its high HP and tactical attack, making it a notable inclusion in the Psychic-type lineup.