Greninja BREAKpoint Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Greninja from the BREAKpoint set is a Rare card numbered 40 with a sleek 130 HP. This agile Water-type showcases tactical depth through Shadow Stitching and Moonlight Slash, pairing disruption with flexible damage. Its design captures Greninja’s swift, elusive nature.

Quick Facts

• HP: 130
• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Frogadier)
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• No resistances
• No abilities
• Attacks:
• Shadow Stitching: Disables opponent’s Pokémon Abilities until the end of their next turn and deals 40 damage.
• Moonlight Slash: Deals 60+ damage, with an option to return a Water Energy to hand for 20 additional damage.

Key Printings

The key printing of this Greninja card is from the BREAKpoint set, numbered 40. It is classified as a Rare card and illustrated by Naoki Saito. No release date is specified for this printing.

Variants & Identifiers

This card has no known print variants. It can be identified by its set code “xy9-40” and the unique artwork by Naoki Saito. The card’s subtype is Stage 2, and it carries the Water type symbol. The market reference query for this card is “Greninja BREAKpoint 40.”

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its strategic attacks focus on disabling opponent Abilities and flexible damage output, making it a tactical choice in casual play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially since it has no known variants that might affect its value. Keep it in a cool, dry place to maintain its integrity over time.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• BREAKpoint (xy9): This set features Greninja as a powerful Water-type Stage 2 Pokémon with a unique ability to nullify opponent Abilities temporarily. The card stands out for its combination of tactical disruption and solid damage output, fitting well into Water-type decks.