Yveltal-GX 79/131
Set: Forbidden Light
Released: Mar 2, 2018
Pokémon
Darkness Type
Rare Holo GX Pull Rate: 1 in 96 packs (1.0%)
Darkness Type
Rare Holo GX Pull Rate: 1 in 96 packs (1.0%)Raw Prices
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Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #717
- Card Number 79/131
- Card RarityRare Holo GX
- Illustrator5ban Graphics
- Release Date04/05/2018
- SeriesSun & Moon
- Expansion Forbidden Light
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatLegal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraModern
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionKalos
- Generation Generation 6
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Darkness
- Health Points180 HP
- Weakness
Lightning ×2
- Resistance
Fighting -20
- Retreat Cost
Colorless ×2
Darkness 
Lightning ×2 
Fighting -20 
Attacks
- Absorb Vitality20
Heal from this Pokémon the same amount of damage you did to your opponent's Active Pokémon.
- Sonic Evil100
This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness or Resistance.
- Doom Count-GX
If your opponent's Active Pokémon has exactly 4 damage counters on it, that Pokémon is Knocked Out. (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)
Rules
- Pokémon-GX rule: When your Pokémon-GX is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Yveltal soaring powerfully beneath a full moon, its wings crackling with dark energy and purple lightning, creating an ominous and electrifying atmosphere of overwhelming strength and menace.
Playability Overview
Yveltal GX excels at sustaining itself through healing while breaking through defenses with consistent damage, making it a strategic choice for players focusing on attrition and timely knockout setups.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Dark DespairThe artwork of Yveltal GX is striking, with its dark wings and eerie, shadowy backdrop. This card exudes a sense of power and ominous energy. It stands out with its intense colors, making it a perfect centerpiece for a "Villainous" page. Pair it with other dark-themed Pokémon to amplify that foreboding feel.Additional Binder Suggestions: Shadow Realm / Intense / Dark Fantasy / Life Drain / Heavy Hitters
