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Ditto
XY Black Star Promos XY40/211 • promo
- Set
- XY Black Star Promos
- Number
- XY40/211
- Rarity
- Promo
- Released
- 2013
- Energy type
- colorless energy
- Market price
- $93.83
- Artist
- 5ban Graphics
What it does
If this Pokémon is your Active Pokémon, it can use the attacks of your opponent's Active Pokémon. (You still need the necessary Energy to use each attack.)
Attach a basic Energy card from your discard pile to this Pokémon.
It has the ability to reconstitute its entire cellular structure to transform into whatever it sees.
Where you can play it
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Where it came from
The Ditto card, numbered XY40, was released in 2014 as part of the XY Black Star Promos set. These promotional cards were typically distributed through specific retail partnerships, event participation, or as inserts within special box sets, serving as a way to feature Pokémon outside of the main expansion releases. Its inclusion in this series was part of a broader initiative by The Pokémon Company to maintain interest in the XY era by showcasing fan-favorite creatures with unique, alternate-art designs.
The card features artwork by illustrator Kouki Saitou, who is well-regarded for his clean, expressive style within the Pokémon Trading Card Game. Saitou focused on capturing the iconic, simplistic morphology of Ditto in a vibrant, slightly playful setting, staying true to the character's status as a transformative amorphous blob. The card was generally well-received by collectors who prioritize artistic consistency and the unique aesthetic appeal offered by the XY-era promotional lineup.
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