Pokédex (Evolutions 82) Collectors Guide

Overview

Pokédex is an Uncommon card from the Evolutions set, numbered 82. With nostalgic design that echoes the classic series, it holds a distinctive role in gameplay and a unique place in collections.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: xy12-82
• Series: XY
• Set Code: xy12
• Stage: Item
• Subtype: Item
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Rules: Look at the top 5 cards of your deck and put them back in any order. You may play as many Item cards as you like during your turn (before your attack).
• Types: None
• Evolves From: None
• Weaknesses/Resistances: None

Key Printings

Printed exclusively in the XY Evolutions set (set code xy12) as card number 82, this Uncommon card is illustrated by Keiji Kinebuchi. No alternate printings or promotional versions are documented.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants. Identifiers include the card ID xy12-82 and its placement as card number 82 in Evolutions. The absence of a regulation mark and lack of HP or types make it easily distinguishable from Pokémon or Trainer cards with more complex stats.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
  Its primary function is to allow deck manipulation by rearranging the top five cards, and it permits playing multiple Item cards per turn before attacking, enhancing strategic flexibility.

Care & Storage Tips

As an uncommon card with no special print variants, standard protective measures apply. Store in a sleeve and keep in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Avoid bending or exposure to moisture to maintain condition and value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Evolutions (xy12): This set revisits classic Pokémon themes with nostalgic artwork and reprints. The Pokédex card fits neatly as a utility Item, supporting deck strategy without adding complexity. It complements the set’s focus on streamlined gameplay and collector appeal.