Starmie – Primal Clash (xy5-73) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Starmie from the Primal Clash set is a Rare card numbered 73 with 90 HP. Its Synchro Star attack highlights a dynamic battle style. Solid stats and striking presence make it a notable addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Staryu)
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Resistance: None
• Attack: Synchro Star – Does 10+ damage, with an additional 60 damage if this Pokémon and the opponent’s Active Pokémon have the same amount of Energy attached.
• Flavor Text: “At the center of its body is a red core, which sends mysterious radio signals into the night sky.”
• Illustrator: HiRON
• Image URL: /images/xy5/xy5-73.jpg

Key Printings

This exact printing of Starmie appears in the Primal Clash set, numbered 73. It is a Rare Psychic-type card with an attack that rewards matching the opponent’s Active Pokémon’s Energy. The artwork by HiRON spotlights the red core, emphasizing its mysterious qualities.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include the set code “xy5” and the card number “73.” The card is a Stage 1 evolution of Staryu and carries the Psychic type with no listed resistances.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its unique attack, Synchro Star, requires strategic Energy management to maximize damage output.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and detailed artwork, handle with clean hands and use a rigid top-loader or binder to maintain condition and value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Primal Clash: Introduces Starmie as a Psychic-type Stage 1 with an attack that synergizes with Energy attachment strategies. Its rarity and striking illustration make it a standout within the set.

This Starmie card offers collectors a visually captivating and strategically interesting addition to their Pokémon TCG collection.