Gallade-EX Collector’s Guide (Roaring Skies #34)

Character Intro

Gallade-EX from the Roaring Skies set is a Rare Holo EX card with 170 HP. Its standout attack, Piercing Prizes, adds a strategic edge to gameplay. This card is numbered 34 in the set, making it a distinctive addition for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Basic, EX
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Attacks:
• Swift Lunge: Deals 30 damage and may force the opponent to switch their Active Pokémon with a Benched one.
• Piercing Prizes: Deals 50+ damage, with an additional 20 damage for each of your remaining Prize cards.
• Pokémon-EX Rule: When knocked out, the opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This exact printing of Gallade-EX is from the Roaring Skies set, card number 34. It is a Rare Holo EX card illustrated by Eske Yoshinob. No alternate printings or reprints of this specific card are noted.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Gallade-EX card. It is identified by its set code “xy6” and card number 34. The card features no regulation mark, and its subtypes are Basic and EX.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. It carries the Pokémon-EX rule, meaning if it is knocked out, your opponent takes two Prize cards.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant holofoil and detailed artwork by Eske Yoshinob, store this card in a protective sleeve 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): Gallade-EX appears as a powerful Psychic-type Basic EX card with strong attacks and high HP, fitting well into the set’s theme of dynamic and strategic gameplay. This set is known for its Rare Holo EX cards, and Gallade-EX is a notable inclusion for collectors focusing on Psychic-type Pokémon.

Gallade-EX (Roaring Skies 99) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Gallade-EX from the Roaring Skies set is a Rare Ultra card with 170 HP. Its standout attack, Piercing Prizes, adds a tactical edge to gameplay. Numbered 99 in the set, Gallade-EX makes a powerful impression.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Basic, EX
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Resistance: None
• Evolves From: None
• Pokémon-EX Rule: When knocked out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards

Key Printings

A single known printing exists for Gallade-EX in Roaring Skies, card number 99. It is a Rare Ultra with no known alternate print variants.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate versions. The card is identified by set code “xy6-99” and illustrator Ryo Ueda. Image reference: /images/xy6/xy6-99.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality status: unknown.
• Attacks:
• Swift Lunge: Deals 30 damage and lets you switch your opponent’s Active Pokémon with one on their Bench.
• Piercing Prizes: Deals 50 damage plus 20 more for each of your remaining Prize cards.
• As a Pokémon-EX, when Gallade-EX is knocked out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Care & Storage Tips

• Store in a protective sleeve; avoid direct sunlight and moisture.
• Prevent bending or scratching, especially on holographic areas.
• Use a rigid top-loader or a binder for long-term storage.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Roaring Skies (XY6): Introduced Gallade-EX as a powerful Psychic-type Basic EX with strategic attacks and a solid HP pool, contributing to the set’s dynamic gameplay and collectible appeal.