Malamar-EX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Malamar-EX is a Rare Holo EX from the Phantom Forces set, numbered 58. It has 170 HP, features the Hyper Hypnosis ability, and attacks with MAXamar. With vivid artwork and strong disruption potential, it’s a standout Darkness-type Basic Pokémon-EX.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Basic, EX
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Psychic -20
• Ability: Hyper Hypnosis (may put opponent’s Active Pokémon to Sleep when attaching Energy)
• Attack: MAXamar (60 damage times number of heads flipped per Energy attached)
• Pokémon-EX Rule: When Knocked Out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Phantom Forces set, card number 58. It is a Rare Holo EX with no known alternate print variants. The card’s artwork by Eske Yoshinob is exclusive to this release.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no listed print variants for this card. Identifiers include the set code “xy4” and the card ID “xy4-58.” The card is classified under the Basic, EX subtype and carries the Darkness type symbol.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• Note that as a Pokémon-EX, when Malamar-EX is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s holo finish and artwork by Eske Yoshinob, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Phantom Forces (XY4): Introduced Malamar-EX as a rare holo EX with a unique ability that can disrupt opponents by inducing Sleep status. This set is known for its strong Darkness-type Pokémon and strategic gameplay elements.