Ditto Collector’s Guide: FireRed LeafGreen Rare Holo (ex6-4)

Character Intro

Ditto from the FireRed LeafGreen set is a Rare Holo card numbered 4. It features 60 HP and the unique ability Form Variation. Its attack is Energy Ball, making it a distinctive addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

Card Stats

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Ability: Form Variation (swap with a Basic Pokémon from discard)
• Attack: Energy Ball (10+ damage, scales with attached Energy)
• Set Code: ex6
• Series: ex
• Image:

Key Printings

The key printing of Ditto in the FireRed LeafGreen set is a Rare Holo card, numbered 4/112 in the ex6 series. It stands out for its holographic finish and a unique ability that enables strategic swapping with other Basic Pokémon in the discard pile—a feature not commonly found in many Basic Pokémon cards.

Variants & Identifiers

This Ditto card has no known print variants, making the FireRed LeafGreen Rare Holo the definitive collectible version for this card. Identification is straightforward via set code “ex6” and card number “4.” The illustrator credit to Miki Tanaka also helps authenticate this printing.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its unique ability and attack make it an interesting card for casual play or collection but check current tournament rules for official play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant holofoil and detailed artwork, store this Ditto card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain its collector value. Using a top loader or a binder with rigid pages is recommended for long-term storage.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• FireRed LeafGreen (ex6): Introduced Ditto as a Rare Holo with a distinctive Form Variation ability, emphasizing strategic discard pile interaction and energy-based attack scaling. This set is notable for its detailed artwork and the inclusion of versatile Basic Pokémon like Ditto.

This printing of Ditto remains a captivating piece for collectors interested in the ex series and those who appreciate unique gameplay mechanics embodied in a Basic Pokémon card.