Ninjask (ex8-13) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Ninjask from the Deoxys set is a Rare Holo card numbered 13 with 70 HP. Its Fast Protection ability offers strategic defense, while Slash provides a straightforward offensive option. This card combines agility and resilience in a sleek design.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Nincada)
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Abilities: Fast Protection (Poké-Body) prevents all effects, including damage, from Basic Pokémon attacks.
• Attacks:
• Swords Dance: Boosts Slash’s base damage to 80 on your next turn.
• Slash: Deals 30 damage with a single Colorless energy cost.

Gameplay Snapshot

• Use Swords Dance to set up an 80-damage Slash on your next turn.
• Fast Protection gives strong resilience against Basic Pokémon attacks.
• With 0 Retreat Cost, it pivots easily to maintain tempo.

Key Printings

This exact printing is identified as card number 13 in the Deoxys set of the ex series. It is a Rare Holo card illustrated by Katsura Tabata. No other print variants are listed for this card.

Variants & Identifiers

• Card ID: ex8-13
• Set Code: ex8
• Subtypes: Stage 1
• Market Reference: EPN query “Ninjask Deoxys 13”
• Image URL: /images/ex8/ex8-13.jpg
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Print Variants: None reported

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Its Fast Protection ability offers unique defensive utility against Basic Pokémon attacks, making it a strategic choice in casual play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holo finish and maintain card condition, store this Ninjask card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to retain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Deoxys (ex8): This set features a diverse range of Pokémon with dynamic abilities and attacks. Ninjask stands out with its Fast Protection Poké-Body and the ability to enhance its Slash attack, fitting well into the set’s theme of tactical gameplay. The set’s release date remains unknown, adding to the card’s enigmatic appeal.