Dive Ball (Primal Clash 161) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Dive Ball is a Rare Secret card from the Primal Clash set, numbered 161. Its underwater-themed design and scarcity make it a distinctive piece for collectors, especially those focused on the Primal Clash series.

Quick Facts

• Card Name: Dive Ball
• Set: Primal Clash (XY series)
• Card Number: 161
• Rarity: Rare Secret
• Type: Item
• Stage: Item
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Illustrator: Toyste Beach
• Rules Text: Search your deck for a Water Pokémon, reveal it, and put it into your hand. Shuffle your deck afterward. You may play as many Item cards as you like during your turn (before your attack).
• Legal Status: unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing of Dive Ball appears only in the Primal Clash set, identified by the set code XY5-161. It is a Rare Secret card, making it a sought-after piece for collectors focusing on rare and secret cards within the XY series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. The card can be identified by its unique number 161 in the Primal Clash set and the illustrator credit to Toyste Beach. The card’s image features the distinctive Dive Ball design and is cataloged under the set code xy5.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
Dive Ball’s effect allows players to search their deck for a Water-type Pokémon and add it to their hand, providing strategic deck thinning and setup. The card’s rules also clarify that multiple Item cards can be played during a turn before attacking, emphasizing its role in flexible gameplay.

Care & Storage Tips

As a Rare Secret card, Dive Ball should be stored in a protective sleeve and kept away from direct sunlight to preserve its condition. Avoid bending or exposure to moisture, and consider a top-loader or binder with rigid pages for long-term protection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Primal Clash: Dive Ball appears as a Rare Secret Item card, enhancing Water-type deck strategies with its search ability. It stands out for collectors due to its rarity and clean artwork by Toyste Beach.