Volbeat (Delta Species) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Volbeat from the Delta Species set is an Uncommon Basic Pokémon card with 60 HP. It features the Poké-Body Extra Protection and the attack Swift. This card is numbered 56 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Ability: Extra Protection (Poké-Body) — Prevents all effects, including damage, from opponent’s Pokémon-ex attacks if Illumise is in play.
• Attack: Swift — Deals 30 damage unaffected by Weakness, Resistance, or any other effects on the Defending Pokémon.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Delta Species set (ex11), card number 56. It is an Uncommon card and features a unique Grass-type classification for Volbeat, diverging from its usual type. The illustrator is Midori Harada, known for detailed and vibrant Pokémon art.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by its set code ex11-56 and the unique Grass typing under the Delta Species theme. The Poké-Body Extra Protection and the Swift attack help distinguish it from other Volbeat cards.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Its Poké-Body provides strategic protection against Pokémon-ex attacks, which can be valuable in casual play or themed decks involving Illumise.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve condition, store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity and unknown release date, maintaining crisp edges and clean surfaces is important for long-term collector value. Avoid extreme temperatures and handle with clean hands.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Delta Species (ex11): This set introduced unique typings and abilities, with Volbeat’s Grass-type variant standing out for its synergy with Illumise and its protective Poké-Body. The set is known for creatively reimagining Pokémon types and strategic gameplay elements.