Tyranitar-EX (Ancient Origins 42) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Tyranitar-EX from the Ancient Origins set is a Rare Holo EX card numbered 42. With 180 HP, it’s a sturdy presence in battle. Its signature attack, Break Ground, adds a dynamic edge to its combat capabilities.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Basic, EX
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Psychic -20
• Rules: Pokémon-EX rule: When a Pokémon-EX has been Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This printing is Ancient Origins (set code xy7), card number 42. It is a Rare Holo EX featuring Tyranitar-EX as a Basic Pokémon-EX with no evolutions from previous forms.

Variants & Identifiers

No known print variants. Illustrator: Eske Yoshinob. Distinguished by its Darkness type and EX subtype. The card image can be referenced at /images/xy7/xy7-42.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• Not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Attacks:
• “Hammer In” — 60 damage for a Darkness and two Colorless energies.
• “Break Ground” — 130 damage; also inflicts 10 damage to each of your Benched Pokémon.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s Rare Holo EX finish and maintain its value, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card, especially around the edges and holofoil areas.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Ancient Origins (xy7): This set introduced Tyranitar-EX as a powerful Basic EX Pokémon with high HP and strong attacks, fitting well into Darkness-type decks. The set is notable for its detailed artwork and EX mechanics, with this card being a key collectible for fans of the XY series.