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Giratina-EX
Ancient Origins 57/98 • ultra-rare
- Set
- Ancient Origins
- Number
- 57/98
- Rarity
- Rare Holo EX
- Released
- 2015
- Energy type
- dragon energy
- Finish
- Holographic
- Market price
- $25.52
- Artist
- PLANETA
What it does
Prevent all effects of attacks, including damage, done to this Pokémon by your opponent's Mega Evolution Pokémon.
Your opponent can't play any Pokémon Tool, Special Energy, or Stadium cards from his or her hand during his or her next turn.
Pokémon-EX rule: When a Pokémon-EX has been Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- ExpandedLegal
- UnlimitedLegal
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Where it came from
Giratina-EX was released in the 2015 Pokémon Trading Card Game expansion, Ancient Origins. This set served as the final installment in the XY series' sub-block, centered on the ancient legends and mythical powers of Pokémon like Hoopa and the creation trio. The card was designed to highlight the Renegade Pokémon’s terrifying presence, utilizing the Dragon-type mechanics that defined much of the XY-era competitive landscape.
The card features an illustration by artist Eske Yoshinob, who utilized a dramatic, low-angle perspective to emphasize Giratina’s expansive wings and ghostly, metallic armor. Upon its release, the card was highly sought after by players for its 'Chaos Wheel' attack, which provided powerful defensive utility by preventing opponents from playing special energy or stadium cards, making it a staple in competitive play throughout its legality in the Standard format.
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