Iron Valiant ex Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Iron Valiant ex from the Paradox Rift set is a Hyper Rare card with 220 HP, featuring the distinctive ability Tachyon Bits and the powerful attack Laser Blade. This striking card is numbered 261 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Basic, ex, Future
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Metal ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: G
• Pokémon ex Rule: When your Pokémon ex is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

The key printing of Iron Valiant ex appears in the Paradox Rift set as card number 261. It is classified as a Hyper Rare card, making it a prized addition for collectors of the Scarlet & Violet series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “sv4-261” and the unique illustrator credit to aky CG Works. The card features the Psychic type symbol and the Future subtype, which are notable identifiers.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

• Pokémon ex Rule: When your Pokémon ex is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
• Ability — Tachyon Bits: When it moves from the Bench to the Active Spot once per turn, place 2 damage counters on an opponent’s Pokémon.
• Attack — Laser Blade: Deals 200 damage but prevents attacking on the next turn.

Care & Storage Tips

Given its Hyper Rare status, Iron Valiant ex should be stored in a protective sleeve and kept in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve its condition. Avoid bending or exposure to moisture to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Paradox Rift (sv4): Features Iron Valiant ex as a powerful Psychic-type Basic ex Pokémon with strong offensive capabilities and a unique ability that pressures opponents strategically. The set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series and includes this card as a Hyper Rare highlight.