Rhyperior Collector’s Guide: Primal Clash #76

Character Intro

Rhyperior from the Primal Clash set is a Rare card with a sturdy 150 HP. Numbered 76 in the set, it features the attack Stone Edge and stands out with robust design and solid stats.

Quick Facts

• HP: 150
• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Rhydon)
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Flavor Text: It puts rocks in holes in its palms and uses its muscles to shoot them. Geodude are shot at rare times.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the XY series, Primal Clash set, card number 76. It is a Rare card illustrated by Kouki Saitou.

• Attacks:
• “Rock Shower” — deals damage to all opponent’s Pokémon based on coin flips.
• “Stone Edge” — can deal increased damage with a coin flip.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code “xy5” and card number 76. The card does not have a regulation mark. The market reference query for this card is “Rhyperior Primal Clash 76.”

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its high retreat cost of 4 and dual coin-flip-based attacks make it a strategic choice for players who favor risk-reward mechanics.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and stage, maintaining mint condition is essential for collectors.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Primal Clash (XY5): This set introduced Rhyperior as a powerful Fighting-type Stage 2 Pokémon with unique multi-target damage capabilities. The set is known for its dynamic artwork and strategic gameplay elements.