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Inkay
XY 74/146 • uncommon
- Set
- XY
- Number
- 74/146
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Released
- 2014
- Energy type
- darkness energy
- Market price
- $0.32
- Artist
- 5ban Graphics
What it does
Once during your turn, (before your attack), if this Pokémon is Confused, you may search your deck for a card that evolves from this Pokémon and put it onto this Pokémon. (This counts as evolving this Pokémon.) Shuffle your deck afterward.
Both Active Pokémon are now Confused.
Opponents who stare at the flashing of the light-emitting spots on its body become dazed and lose their will to fight.
Where you can play it
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Where it came from
The Inkay card, numbered 74/146, was released as part of the XY base set in February 2014. This set marked the debut of the sixth generation of Pokémon in the trading card game, introducing the Fairy type and transitioning to a new layout design. As a Darkness-type Pokémon, this card represents the introduction of Inkay, a Psychic and Dark-type creature from the Kalos region, providing players with a foundational version of the character that emphasizes its distinct evolutionary mechanics.
The illustration was crafted by artist match, who rendered Inkay in its characteristic floating pose, emphasizing its squid-like appearance and hypnotic aura. The design choice aimed to capture the essence of the Kalos-themed expansion, which focused on the mysterious and mystical qualities of the new Pokémon roster. Upon release, the card was widely distributed in standard booster packs and served as a common utility piece for collectors and competitive players looking to integrate new Gen VI species into their decks.
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