Kyurem-EX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Kyurem-EX is a Rare Ultra card from the Next Destinies set, numbered 96. With 180 HP and the chilling finisher Hail Blizzard, it’s a sturdy, impactful Basic EX. Striking 5ban Graphics artwork makes it a standout in any Black & White era collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic, EX
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Metal ×2
• Attacks:
• Frozen Wings (60 damage): Discards a Special Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon.
• Hail Blizzard (120 damage): Cannot be used during the next turn after use.
• Pokémon-EX Rule: When knocked out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Black & White series set Next Destinies with card number 96. It is a Rare Ultra card with high HP and impactful attacks, and the 5ban Graphics artwork is a notable highlight for collectors.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Kyurem-EX card. Identifiers include its set code “bw4-96” and classification as a Basic EX Pokémon. Its Water type and retreat cost of 3 also help with gameplay and collection categorization.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. The Pokémon-EX rule applies, meaning if Kyurem-EX is knocked out, the opponent takes two Prize cards.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve condition and artwork, store Kyurem-EX in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use rigid top loaders or binders with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface wear, and avoid extreme temperatures.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Next Destinies (bw4): Kyurem-EX appears as a Rare Ultra card with strong Water-type attacks and a high HP pool. It fits well into collections focusing on EX Pokémon or the Black & White series, though its tournament legality is currently unknown.