Lugia Collector’s Guide: Fates Collide #78

Character Intro

Lugia (Fates Collide #78) is a Rare Basic Pokémon with 120 HP. Its Pressure ability reduces damage from opposing attacks, while Intensifying Burn delivers strong pressure—especially against Pokémon-EX.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Basic
• Ability: Pressure — reduces damage from opponent’s Active Pokémon attacks by 20 (before Weakness and Resistance).
• Attack: Intensifying Burn — costs three Colorless energy and does 60+ damage; deals 60 more damage if the opponent’s Active Pokémon is a Pokémon-EX.
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -20
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Flavor Text: “It is said to be the guardian of the seas. It is rumored to have been seen on the night of a storm.”
• Set Code: xy10
• Card Number: 78
• Rarity: Rare
• Print Variants: None known
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Release Date: Unknown
• Legality: unknown

Key Printings

This exact Lugia card is from the XY series, specifically the Fates Collide expansion, card number 78. It is a rare Basic Pokémon card with no known alternate print variants.

Variants & Identifiers

• No print variants are listed for this card.
• Identifiable by its set code “xy10” and card number “78.”
• Artwork by TOKIYA is a key visual identifier.
• The Pressure ability and the Intensifying Burn attack are unique gameplay features to recognize.

Legality & Play Notes

The card’s legality status is unknown. It is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players should verify current tournament rules before use.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve and keep away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching; a rigid top-loader or binder is recommended for long-term protection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Fates Collide (xy10): Features Lugia as a powerful Basic Pokémon with a damage-reducing ability and an attack that gains bonus damage against Pokémon-EX. Known for strategic cards and detailed artwork, with this Lugia standing out as a rare, visually striking piece.