Zygarde Collector’s Guide: Fates Collide #53

Character Intro

Zygarde from the Fates Collide set is a rare card numbered 53 with 120 HP. It features the attack Geostrike, adding strategic depth to gameplay. This Pokémon stands out with its solid stats and distinct presence in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Resistances: None
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Flavor Text: “It’s hypothesized that it’s monitoring those who destroy the ecosystem from deep in the cave where it lives.”

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the exact printing of Zygarde from the XY Fates Collide set, card number 53. It is a rare card with no known alternate print variants.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate artworks for this exact card. Identification is straightforward by its set code “xy10-53” and the unique Fighting-type Basic subtype.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Attacks:
• Rumble: prevents the Defending Pokémon from retreating next turn.
• Geostrike: deals heavy damage but also harms your Benched Pokémon.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this rare card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially the illustrated front by 5ban Graphics. Keeping it in a rigid top-loader or binder with acid-free pages is recommended.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Fates Collide (XY10): Introduced Zygarde as a rare Fighting-type Basic Pokémon with unique attacks that balance offense and tactical disruption. This set is known for its dynamic artwork and thematic focus on ecosystem and fate-related Pokémon.