Relicanth (Temporal Forces 84) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Relicanth from the Temporal Forces set is a Rare card numbered 84 with 100 HP. It features the ability Memory Dive and the attack Razor Fin, offering a blend of durability and tactical options for collectors and players.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Resistance: None
• Flavor Text: Rock-hard scales and oil-filled swim bladders allow this Pokémon to survive the intense water pressure of the deep sea.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Scarlet & Violet series, set code sv5, titled Temporal Forces. It is a rare card numbered 84, featuring the ability Memory Dive, which allows evolved Pokémon to use attacks from their previous evolutions, and the attack Razor Fin, dealing 30 damage for a Fighting and Colorless energy cost.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code sv5-84 and the regulation mark H. The card’s market reference query is “Relicanth Temporal Forces 84.” The image for this printing can be found at /images/sv5/sv5-84.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its unique ability Memory Dive offers strategic flexibility by enabling evolved Pokémon to access a broader range of attacks, provided the necessary energy is available.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s rare status and detailed artwork by Mina Nakai, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Temporal Forces (sv5): This set introduces Relicanth as a rare Fighting-type Basic Pokémon with a versatile ability and a straightforward attack. It fits well into decks that leverage evolved Pokémon’s attack versatility. The set’s release date is unknown, but it contributes a unique aquatic-themed card to the Scarlet & Violet series.