Gengar V Collector’s Guide
Character Intro
Gengar V from Fusion Strike is a Rare Holo V card numbered 156. It has 210 HP and features the hard-hitting Pain Explosion attack—an eye-catching pickup for collectors focused on powerful Pokémon V cards.
Quick Facts
| set_name | release_date | number | rarity | hp | illustrator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fusion Strike | 156 | Rare Holo V | 210 | 5ban Graphics |
- Pokémon: Gengar V
- Type: Darkness
- Stage: Basic, V, Single Strike
- Retreat Cost: 2
- Weakness: Fighting ×2
- Regulation Mark: E
- Attacks:
- Dark Slumber: Puts opponent’s Active Pokémon to Sleep, deals 40 damage (cost: 2 Darkness).
- Pain Explosion: Deals 190 damage but places 3 damage counters on Gengar V itself (cost: 3 Darkness).
- Rules: V rule applies—when knocked out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
- Illustrator: 5ban Graphics
- Card Number: 156/264 (Fusion Strike)
- Image:
Key Printings
This exact printing of Gengar V appears in the Sword & Shield Fusion Strike expansion, identified by set code swsh8 and card number 156. It is a Rare Holo V card with the “Single Strike” subtype and regulation mark E. No release date is documented for this printing.
Variants & Identifiers
There are no known print variants. Identification is straightforward via set code (swsh8), card number (156), and the illustrator credit to 5ban Graphics. The Darkness type, Basic V stage, and Single Strike subtype further distinguish it.
Legality & Play Notes
Legality: unknown
According to the provided data, this card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players should verify tournament legality before use.
Care & Storage Tips
To preserve the Rare Holo V finish and 5ban Graphics artwork, store the card in a protective sleeve away from sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, and keep it in a temperature-controlled environment.
Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Fusion Strike (swsh8): Gengar V is a powerful Darkness-type Basic V with impactful attacks and high HP, aligning with the Single Strike theme—aggressive damage output balanced by self-inflicted damage. The set emphasizes dynamic strategies and striking visuals.
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