Ho-Oh-EX Collector’s Guide (BREAKpoint 121)

Character Intro

Ho-Oh-EX from BREAKpoint is a Rare Ultra Basic Pokémon-EX with 180 HP. Its Purifying Fire ability adds valuable sustain, while Elemental Feather pressures both the Active spot and the Bench. This card is numbered 121 in the series.

Quick Facts

• HP: 180
• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Basic, EX
• Ability: Purifying Fire (heal 50 damage if basic Fire Energy attached)
• Attack: Elemental Feather (130 damage to active, 30 damage to a benched opponent’s Pokémon)
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -20
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Rarity: Rare Ultra
• Illustrator: Ryo Ueda
• Series: XY
• Set: BREAKpoint
• Card Number: 121
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Legal Status: unknown

Key Printings

This guide focuses exclusively on the BREAKpoint printing of Ho-Oh-EX, card number 121. It’s notable for a clean layout and the Purifying Fire ability, which can heal damage during your turn—durability that’s uncommon among many EX cards.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It’s identified by set code “xy9-121” and Ryo Ueda’s distinctive artwork. The rarity symbol and “Rare Ultra” classification help distinguish it from other Ho-Oh cards.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
Ho-Oh-EX follows the Pokémon-EX rule: when it’s Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards. This high-risk, high-reward dynamic is important for deck building and match strategy.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork and condition, store Ho-Oh-EX in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and collectible status, consider a top-loader or a binder with individual pockets for added protection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• BREAKpoint (xy9): This set introduced Ho-Oh-EX as a powerful Basic EX Pokémon with healing capabilities and strong attacks, fitting well into Colorless-type decks. The set is known for its diverse EX cards and strategic gameplay elements.