Dialga-EX Collector’s Guide: Phantom Forces #122

Character Intro

Dialga-EX (#122) from the Phantom Forces set is a Rare Secret with a hefty 180 HP. Its marquee attack, Full Metal Impact, provides a strong finisher, pairing durability and power with sleek presentation.

Quick Facts

• Type: Metal
• Stage: Basic, EX
• Weakness: Fire (×2)
• Resistance: Psychic (-20)
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Pokémon-EX Rule: When knocked out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Phantom Forces print of Dialga-EX, card number 122. As a Rare Secret, it’s distinguished by high HP and two impactful attacks:
– Chrono Wind — 60 damage; if the Defending Pokémon is a Pokémon-EX, it can’t attack during your opponent’s next turn.
– Full Metal Impact — 150 damage; requires discarding 2 Metal Energy.

Variants & Identifiers

No known print variants exist for this card. Collectors can verify authenticity via:
– Set code: “xy4”
– Classification: Basic, EX Metal-type Pokémon
– Rarity: Rare Secret
– Illustrator: 5ban Graphics

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• As a Pokémon-EX, if it’s knocked out the opponent takes two Prize cards—a key strategic consideration.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect with sleeves/toploaders and keep away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its secret rarity, maintaining mint condition is especially important.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Phantom Forces (xy4): Dialga-EX appears as a powerful Rare Secret card, emphasizing Metal-type strength and EX mechanics. Its release date is unknown, but it remains a notable collectible for fans of the XY series.