Heracross-EX (Furious Fists 105) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Heracross-EX from the Furious Fists set is a Rare Ultra card with a robust 170 HP. Anchored by the powerful attack Giga Power, this card stands out for its vibrant design, solid stats, and number 105—making it a notable pickup for Heracross fans and EX collectors alike.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic, EX
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: None
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Guard Press: Deals 40 damage and reduces damage taken by 20 during opponent’s next turn.
• Giga Power: Deals 80+ damage with an option to add 40 more damage at the cost of 20 self-damage.
• Pokémon-EX Rule: When knocked out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
• Legal Status: unknown

Key Printings

Single known printing in the XY Furious Fists expansion as card number 105. As a Rare Ultra, it’s a desirable pull for EX-era collectors.

Variants & Identifiers

No known print variants. Identify by set code “xy3-105,” Rare Ultra rarity, illustrator credit to Ryo Ueda, Grass typing, and EX subtype.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
Heracross-EX is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its Pokémon-EX rule means knocking it out awards the opponent two Prize cards, a critical factor in gameplay strategy.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve and keep away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Rare Ultra status and detailed illustration, maintaining mint condition is essential for collectors.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Furious Fists (xy3): Features Heracross-EX as a powerful Grass-type Basic EX with strong attacks and both defensive and offensive options, fitting an aggressive playstyle.

Heracross-EX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Heracross-EX from the Furious Fists set is a Rare Holo EX card with 170 HP and the hard-hitting Giga Power attack. Numbered 4 in the set, it stands out for its vivid design and strong presence.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic, EX
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Attacks:
• Guard Press: 40 damage; reduce damage taken by 20 during opponent’s next turn.
• Giga Power: 80+ damage; you may add 40 more damage, and this Pokémon does 20 damage to itself.
• Rules: When a Pokémon-EX is Knocked Out, the opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from Furious Fists, card number 4. It is a Rare Holo EX with high HP and dual Grass energy attacks, visually distinguished by Eske Yoshinob’s detailed illustration.

Variants & Identifiers

• No known print variants
• Set code: “xy3-4”
• Pokémon name: “Heracross-EX”
• Rarity: Rare Holo EX
• Regulation mark: none

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• Not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats
• Follows the Pokémon-EX rule (opponent takes 2 Prize cards upon Knock Out)

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the holo finish by sleeving and keeping the card away from sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching to maintain collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Furious Fists (XY3): Introduces Heracross-EX as a powerful Grass-type Basic EX with both defensive and offensive utility. Known for dynamic EX cards and vivid artwork, this card stands out for its high HP and versatile attacks.