Genesect-EX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Genesect-EX from the Fates Collide set is a Rare Ultra card with 180 HP. It features the unique Drive Change ability and the powerful Rapid Blaster attack. It is card number 120 in the collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Metal
• Stage: Basic, EX
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: Psychic -20
• Ability: Drive Change — allows returning a Pokémon Tool card attached to this Pokémon to your hand once per turn before attacking.
• Attack: Rapid Blaster — discard any number of Metal Energy attached to this Pokémon to increase damage by 20 for each discarded Energy, base damage 100+.
• Pokémon-EX Rule: When Knocked Out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
• Set Code: xy10
• Card Number: 120
• Rarity: Rare Ultra
• Legality: unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing of Genesect-EX appears in the Fates Collide expansion of the XY series. Identified by set code xy10 and card number 120, it is a Rare Ultra card illustrated by Ryo Ueda, known for dynamic and detailed artwork.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Genesect-EX card. It is uniquely identified by set code xy10, card number 120, and Rare Ultra rarity. The Metal typing, 180 HP, and the Drive Change ability further distinguish it from other Genesect cards.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown.
– The Pokémon-EX rule applies: when this card is Knocked Out, the opponent takes two Prize cards.
– Drive Change provides tactical advantage by recycling Pokémon Tool cards.
– Rapid Blaster scales with discarded Metal Energy, offering flexible damage output.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve condition, store the card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Rare Ultra rarity and detailed illustration by Ryo Ueda, protecting the surface and edges is essential for collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Fates Collide (xy10): Introduced Genesect-EX as a powerful Metal-type Basic EX Pokémon with a unique ability to recycle Tool cards and a scalable attack. This set is notable for its blend of strategic depth and striking artwork, with Genesect-EX standing out as a key Rare Ultra card.