Giratina-EX (Ancient Origins 57) Collectors Guide
Character Intro
Giratina-EX from the Ancient Origins set is a Rare Holo EX card featuring 170 HP. It boasts the intriguing ability Renegade Pulse and the powerful attack Chaos Wheel. This card is numbered 57 in the set.
Quick Facts
| set_name | release_date | number | rarity | hp | illustrator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ancient Origins | 57 | Rare Holo EX | 170 | PLANETA |
- Type: Dragon
- Stage: Basic, EX
- Retreat Cost: 3
- Weakness: Fairy (×2)
- Ability: Renegade Pulse — prevents all effects of attacks, including damage, from opponent’s Mega Evolution Pokémon
- Attack: Chaos Wheel — deals 100 damage and prevents opponent from playing Pokémon Tool, Special Energy, or Stadium cards from hand next turn
- Pokémon-EX Rule: When knocked out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards
Key Printings
This exact printing is identified as card number 57 in the Ancient Origins set. It is a Rare Holo EX card illustrated by PLANETA. No release date is available for this printing.
Variants & Identifiers
There are no known print variants for this card. It is uniquely identified by its set code “xy7-57” and the market reference query “Giratina-EX Ancient Origins 57.” The card features the Dragon type and Basic EX subtype.
Legality & Play Notes
Legality: unknown
Note that as a Pokémon-EX, Giratina-EX follows the rule where knocking it out awards the opponent 2 Prize cards. This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
Care & Storage Tips
To preserve the card’s Rare Holo EX finish and detailed artwork by PLANETA, store it 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
- Ancient Origins (xy7): This set introduced Giratina-EX as a powerful Dragon-type Basic EX with a disruptive attack and a protective ability against Mega Evolution Pokémon. The card stands out for its high HP and strategic potential, though its tournament legality is unknown.
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