Skarmory (ex Deoxys 26) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Skarmory from the ex Deoxys set is a Rare Basic Metal-type Pokémon, card number 26, with 70 HP. It showcases the Poké-Body Metallic Lift and the attack Heavy Metal—fitting its sturdy, metallic theme—and is a solid addition to Metal-focused collections.

Quick Facts

• Type: Metal
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1 (can be reduced to 0 with Metal Energy attached)
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -30
• Poké-Body: Metallic Lift (retreat cost 0 if Metal Energy attached)
• Attacks:
• Spearhead: Draw a card (1 Colorless Energy)
• Heavy Metal: Flip a coin for each Metal Energy attached; does 10+ damage plus 20 more per heads (2 Colorless Energy)
• Legal: unknown
• Image:

Key Printings

This printing is from the ex Deoxys set, card number 26, illustrated by Kouki Saitou. Classified as a Rare card, it prominently features the Metal type in both artwork and gameplay.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants. Identifiers include the set code “ex8” and the card number “26.” It is a Basic Pokémon with the subtype “Basic” and does not evolve from another Pokémon.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Metallic Lift can reduce retreat costs to zero with Metal Energy attached, and Heavy Metal scales with the number of attached Metal Energy, offering flexibility in casual play.

Care & Storage Tips

As a Rare card, store Skarmory ex Deoxys 26 in a protective sleeve, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending to preserve artwork, cardstock, and value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• ex Deoxys: Skarmory appears as a Rare Metal-type Basic Pokémon with unique retreat cost reduction and energy-dependent attack damage, adding strategic depth to Metal decks within this set.

This card remains a visually appealing and mechanically interesting collectible from the ex series, especially for fans of Metal-type Pokémon.