Ho-Oh-EX (BREAKpoint 92) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Ho-Oh-EX from the BREAKpoint set is a Rare Holo EX card boasting 180 HP. It features the ability Purifying Fire and the attack Elemental Feather, making it a striking addition to any collection. This card is numbered 92 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Basic, EX
• Ability: Purifying Fire — Heal 50 damage if a basic Fire Energy is attached, once per turn before attacking
• Attack: Elemental Feather — Deals 130 damage to the Active Pokémon and 30 damage to one of the opponent’s Benched Pokémon
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -20
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Pokémon-EX rule: Opponent takes 2 Prize cards when knocked out
• Set Code: xy9
• Series: XY
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Release Date: Unknown
• Image:

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the exact printing of Ho-Oh-EX from the BREAKpoint set, card number 92. It is a Rare Holo EX card, notable for its high HP and the Purifying Fire ability that supports healing during play.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by its set code “xy9” and card number “92.” The illustrator Eske Yoshinob’s signature style is a key visual identifier.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
Note that as a Pokémon-EX, when Ho-Oh-EX is knocked out, the opponent takes 2 Prize cards. This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

• To preserve the vibrant holofoil and detailed artwork by Eske Yoshinob, store this card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Use a rigid top-loader or binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• BREAKpoint (xy9): This set features Ho-Oh-EX as a powerful Basic EX Pokémon with healing capabilities and a strong attack that targets both the Active and Benched Pokémon, adding tactical options for players and collectors alike. The set’s release date is unknown, but it remains a sought-after card for fans of the XY series.