Skarmory-EX (XY 145) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Skarmory-EX from the XY set is a Rare Ultra card with 170 HP and the headline attack Tailspin Piledriver. As card number 145, it stands out in any collection with bold design and solid stats.

Quick Facts

• Type: Metal
• Stage: Basic, EX
• Weakness: Fire (×2)
• Resistance: Psychic (-20)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Rules: Pokémon-EX rule applies—when knocked out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
• Attacks:
• Joust: Discards all Pokémon Tool cards attached to the opponent’s Active Pokémon before dealing 30 damage.
• Tailspin Piledriver: Deals 80 damage plus 40 more if the opponent’s Active Pokémon already has damage counters.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the XY set, card number 145, classified as a Rare Ultra. It is a Basic Pokémon-EX with no evolutions and no additional abilities beyond its attacks.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include its set code “xy1” and its card ID “xy1-145.” The card’s vivid illustration by Ryo Ueda and its Rare Ultra rarity help distinguish it within the XY series.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

As a Pokémon-EX, when Skarmory-EX is knocked out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards—a key strategic consideration. Joust offers disruption by stripping Tools before damage, while Tailspin Piledriver capitalizes once damage counters are already on the opponent’s Active Pokémon.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and maintain its value, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially since it is a Rare Ultra card prized by collectors.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• XY Set: This Skarmory-EX is part of the original XY series, known for introducing powerful EX cards with high HP and impactful attacks. It fits well within the Metal-type theme of the set and offers tactical disruption through its Joust attack.