The 2005 Pokémon Deoxys #18 from the Deoxys set, a Rare Psychic-type card featuring the Form Change ability by artist Hironobu Yoshida.
2005 • Pokémon • Deoxys
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The 2005 Pokémon Deoxys card, numbered 18 in the Deoxys set, represents a foundational entry for collectors focusing on the early Generation III era. Designed by Hironobu Yoshida, this Rare Psychic-type card is identified by the set code DX and features the legendary Pokémon Deoxys with 70 HP. As a Basic stage card, it serves as a versatile piece for completing vintage sets and understanding the design language of mid-2000s trading card game releases. The card’s strategic appeal lies in its Form Change ability, which allows players to search their deck for another Deoxys and switch it into play. This mechanic highlights the unique biology of the subject, offering tactical depth beyond simple attack patterns. When paired with the PsychicColorless Barrier attack, which reduces incoming damage by 30 points, the card provides defensive utility that was innovative for its time. These gameplay elements make it a notable subject for investors and hobbyists tracking the evolution of Pokémon mechanics. For those building a comprehensive collection of the Deoxys set, this card is a critical component. The set’s cohesive theme and distinct aesthetic make it a favorite among vintage enthusiasts. Whether you are assembling a full set or seeking individual cards for their rarity and historical significance, this release offers a tangible connection to a pivotal moment in trading card history. The combination of its iconic subject, strategic abilities, and vintage status ensures its continued relevance in the collector market.
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Featured
Deoxys
Game
Pokémon
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Rare
Hironobu Yoshida
Card Stock
English
70
Psychic
Basic
Psychic ×2
1
386
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Ability: Form Change
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may search your deck for another Deoxys and switch it with Deoxys. (Any cards attached to Deoxys, damage counters, Special Conditions, and effects on it are now on the new Pokémon.) If you do, put Deoxys on top of your deck. Shuffle your deck afterward. You can't use more than 1 Form Change Poké-Power each turn.
Attack: Barrier Attack (20)
During your opponent's next turn, any damage done to Deoxys by attacks is reduced by 30 (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
FAQ
The Form Change ability allows a player to search their deck for another Deoxys card and switch it with the current Deoxys in play. This ability was designed to reflect the Pokémon's unique ability to change forms, adding strategic flexibility to deck building.
Yes, the 2005 Deoxys card is classified as a Rare card within the Deoxys set. Its rarity and status as a Basic Psychic-type card from the early 2000s make it a sought-after item for collectors focusing on vintage Pokémon sets.
The card was illustrated by Hironobu Yoshida, an artist known for his work on early Pokémon TCG cards.
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