Porygon-Z (Burning Shadows 105a) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Porygon-Z from the Burning Shadows set is a Rare Holo card featuring 130 HP. This sleek Pokémon boasts the ability Initialize and the dynamic attack Zap Cannon. Its card number is 105a, making it a distinctive addition for collectors.

Quick Facts

• HP: 130
• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Porygon2)
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Flavor Text: “In order to create a more advanced Pokémon, an additional program was installed, but apparently it contained a defect that makes it move oddly.”

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Burning Shadows set, identified as card number 105a. It is a Rare Holo with artwork by Shin Nagasawa. The card’s ability, Initialize, allows it to devolve your opponent’s evolved Pokémon when played from hand to evolve, adding a strategic layer to gameplay.

Variants & Identifiers

This card has no known print variants. It is identified by the set code “sm3” and the card number “105a.” The card’s subtype is Stage 2, and it belongs to the Colorless type category. The market reference for this card is “Porygon-Z Burning Shadows 105a.”

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• Ability: Initialize lets you devolve each of your opponent’s evolved Pokémon by returning their highest Stage Evolution card to their hand when you evolve one of your Pokémon with this card from your hand.
• Attack: Zap Cannon deals 80 damage but cannot be used during your next turn.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holofoil shine and vibrant artwork, store this card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, and keep it in a rigid top-loader or binder for long-term protection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Burning Shadows (sm3): This set introduced Porygon-Z with its distinctive Initialize ability and Zap Cannon attack. The card stands out as a Rare Holo with a futuristic design, fitting the digital theme of the Pokémon. Release date for this set is unknown.