Xerneas Collector’s Guide: Vivid Voltage #78

Character Intro

Xerneas from the Vivid Voltage set is a Rare Holo card numbered 78 with 130 HP. This elegant Pokémon features the attack Aurora Gain, adding a strategic element to gameplay. Its vivid artwork captures the essence of this mystical creature.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Metal ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: D
• Flavor Text: When the horns on its head shine in seven different colors, it is said to be sharing everlasting life.

Key Printings

This guide covers the exact printing of Xerneas from the Sword & Shield Vivid Voltage expansion, card number 78. It is a Rare Holo card illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno, notable for its vibrant Psychic-type design and solid HP.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code “swsh4” and the card number 78. The card has no abilities but features two attacks:

• Geo Hunt: Allows retrieval of a card from the discard pile to the hand, costing one Psychic energy.
• Aurora Gain: Deals 100 damage and heals 30 damage from Xerneas, requiring two Psychic and one Colorless energy.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats based on available data.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s Rare Holo finish and vibrant artwork, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Vivid Voltage (swsh4): Introduced Xerneas as a Psychic-type Basic Pokémon with a unique healing attack and discard pile retrieval, adding strategic depth to decks focusing on resource recovery and sustainability.