Xatu 49/115
Set: Unseen Forces
Released: Aug 1, 2005
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Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #178
- Card Number 49/115
- Card RarityUncommon
- IllustratorMasakazu Fukuda
- Release Date01/08/2005
- SeriesEX
- Expansion Unseen Forces
- Evolves From
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionJohto
- Generation Generation 2
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Psychic - Health Points80 HP
- Weakness
Psychic ×2 - Retreat Cost
Colorless ×1
Attacks
- Telekinesis


Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 30 damage to that Pokémon. This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness or Resistance.
- Psyshock40



Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts a mystical bird standing confidently in a desert landscape, its wings spread wide as the sun sets behind cacti and distant mountains, casting a magical, surreal aura over the scene.
Playability Overview
Xatu offers strategic control by targeting any opponent's Pokémon directly with Telekinesis and potentially disrupting their attacks through paralysis, though its moderate HP and coin flip reliance require careful timing.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Psychic VortexThis Xatu card really captures a mystical vibe with its vibrant purples and striking background. I’d suggest placing it on a "Mystical Powers" page, especially with that dramatic sky. It would look great alongside other Psychic types like Espeon or Mewtwo, highlighting that ethereal theme.Additional Binder Suggestions: Sky / Mystical / Vibrant Color / Psychic Powers / Paralyzed State



































