Jirachi Collector’s Guide: Roaring Skies #42

Character Intro

Jirachi from the Roaring Skies set is a Rare Holo card numbered 42. This charming Pokémon has 70 HP and features the attacks Diminutive Desire and Doom Desire. Its delicate design captures the essence of this elusive character.

Quick Facts

• Type: Metal
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: Psychic -20
• Attacks:
• Diminutive Desire (Metal): Look at the top 7 cards of your deck, add 1 to your hand, shuffle the rest.
• Doom Desire (Metal + Colorless): Discard all Energy attached; the Defending Pokémon is Knocked Out at the end of your opponent’s next turn.
• Abilities: None
• Evolves From: None
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Release Date: Unknown
• Legal Status: unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing of Jirachi appears in the XY Roaring Skies expansion as card number 42. It is a Rare Holo card, making it a desirable collectible for fans of the set and the character.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its Metal type, the unique attacks “Diminutive Desire” and “Doom Desire,” and the artwork by Sanosuke Sakuma. The card’s set code is xy6-42.

Legality & Play Notes

The legality of this card is unknown. It is not currently listed as legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players should verify tournament rules before including it in decks.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holo finish and detailed artwork, store this card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Roaring Skies (xy6): This set features Jirachi as a Basic Metal-type Pokémon with unique wish-themed attacks. The card stands out for its rare holo treatment and delicate illustration, fitting well into collections focused on mystical or Steel-type Pokémon.