Battle Reporter (xy3-109) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Battle Reporter is a Rare Ultra Supporter card from the Furious Fists set, numbered 109. Its striking design fits the set’s dynamic theme and stands out for collectors seeking unique pieces from the XY series.

Quick Facts

• Card Number: 109
• Set: Furious Fists (XY series)
• Card Type: Supporter
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Abilities/Attacks: None
• Rules Text: Draw cards until you have the same number of cards in your hand as your opponent. You may play only 1 Supporter card during your turn (before your attack).
• Pokémon: Battle Reporter
• Evolves From: None
• Types, Weaknesses, Resistances: None
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Flavor Text: Unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing of Battle Reporter appears solely in the Furious Fists set as card number 109. It is classified as a Rare Ultra card, making it a valuable find for collectors focusing on rare Supporter cards within the XY series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward by its set code “xy3-109,” rarity, and the illustrator Shin Nagasawa’s distinctive artwork. The card’s lack of HP and attacks also helps distinguish it from other Pokémon cards.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. It functions as a Supporter card with the effect to equalize the number of cards in your hand with your opponent’s. Only one Supporter card may be played per turn before attacking.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork by Shin Nagasawa and maintain the card’s condition, store Battle Reporter in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity, consider using a top-loader or binder with rigid pages to prevent bending or edge wear.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Furious Fists (XY3): Battle Reporter debuts as a Rare Ultra Supporter card with a unique hand-equalizing effect. It is a non-Pokémon Supporter card that adds strategic depth to gameplay but is not tournament-legal in current formats.