Rayquaza V Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Rayquaza V from the Evolving Skies set is a Rare Ultra Dragon-type Pokémon V with 210 HP and the Rapid Strike tag. Numbered 194, it showcases the attack Dragon Pulse and stands out in any collection.

Quick Facts

• Card Number: 194
• Set: Evolving Skies (swsh7)
• Type: Dragon
• Stage: Basic, V, Rapid Strike
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Regulation Mark: E
• Attacks:
• Dragon Pulse (40 damage): Discard the top 2 cards of your deck.
• Spiral Burst (20+ damage): Discard up to 2 basic Fire or Lightning Energy from this Pokémon to deal 80 more damage per card discarded.
• V Rule: When your Pokémon V is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Evolving Skies printing of Rayquaza V, card number 194. It is a Rare Ultra card featuring the Rapid Strike subtype and a notable blend of Fire and Lightning Energy synergy on its attacks.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants are documented for this card. Identification is straightforward via its set code (swsh7-194), rarity (Rare Ultra), and illustrator (Ryuta Fuse). Its Dragon typing and Rapid Strike subtype further distinguish it within the set.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data. Players should verify tournament legality before use.

Play notes:
– Dragon Pulse offers early pressure at the cost of self-mill.
– Spiral Burst rewards discarding basic Fire or Lightning Energy from Rayquaza V for bonus damage scaling.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Rare Ultra status, consider using a top loader or a binder with rigid pages for long-term protection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Evolving Skies: This set includes Rayquaza V as a powerful Dragon-type Basic Pokémon with a unique blend of Lightning and Fire energy attacks. The card’s design and mechanics complement the Rapid Strike theme prevalent in the expansion.