Yveltal (Shining Legends 54) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Yveltal is a Rare Holo card from the Shining Legends set, numbered 54. With 120 HP and the attack Oblivion Wing, this Basic Darkness-type offers energy recovery and board mobility, making it a notable addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -20
• Attacks:
• Strafe (30 damage): Allows switching Yveltal with a Benched Pokémon.
• Oblivion Wing (90 damage): Attach a Darkness Energy from discard to a Benched Pokémon.
• Abilities: None
• Evolves From: None

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Shining Legends set, card number 54, featuring rare holo foil treatment. It is a Basic Darkness-type Pokémon with notable attacks that support energy recovery and strategic switching.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants or alternate versions are listed for this card. Identification is straightforward by its set code “sm35” and card number “54.” The illustrator Shin Nagasawa’s signature style is a key visual identifier.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data.

Play notes:
– Strafe offers pivoting by switching Yveltal to the Bench after dealing damage.
– Oblivion Wing accelerates Darkness Energy from the discard to a Benched Pokémon, enabling mid-game setup.

Care & Storage Tips

• Store in a protective sleeve to preserve the holo foil and artwork.
• Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Shining Legends (sm35): This set includes Yveltal as a rare holo Basic Darkness-type Pokémon, emphasizing powerful attacks and energy manipulation. The set’s artwork and card design highlight legendary Pokémon with dynamic poses and vivid colors.