Yveltal (Steam Siege 65) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Yveltal from the Steam Siege set is a Rare Holo card numbered 65. This striking Pokémon boasts 130 HP and features the powerful attack Darkness Blade. Its bold design makes it a notable addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -20
• Flavor Text: “When its life comes to an end, it absorbs the life energy of every living thing and turns into a cocoon once more.”

Key Printings

This exact printing is identified as card number 65 in the Steam Siege (xy11) set. The card is a Rare Holo and does not evolve from any other Pokémon.

• Attacks:
• Oblivion Wing, which allows attaching a Darkness Energy from the discard pile to a Benched Pokémon while dealing 30 damage.
• Darkness Blade, a powerful 100-damage attack with a coin flip drawback.

Variants & Identifiers

• There are no known print variants for this card.
• It is a Basic Pokémon card with the Darkness type and no abilities.
• The illustrator is Hajime Kusajima.
• The card is part of the xy series, set code xy11.
• The card’s market reference query is “Yveltal Steam Siege 65.”

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No additional tournament rules or restrictions are noted.

Care & Storage Tips

• Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture to preserve the holo finish and artwork.
• Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending and surface scratches.
• Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures to maintain condition over time.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Steam Siege (xy11): This set includes Yveltal as a powerful Darkness-type Basic Pokémon with strong energy manipulation attacks. The card’s rare holo status and striking illustration make it a standout collectible within the set.