The 2005 Emerald set Deoxys card #2 is a Holo Rare Psychic-type Pokémon featuring the Form Change ability and Swift attack.
Deoxys
2005 • Pokémon • Emerald
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The 2005 Emerald set Deoxys card #2 represents a foundational piece for collectors of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. As a Holo Rare, this card features a distinct reflective finish that distinguishes it within the early Emerald expansion. The card identifies the subject as a Basic Pokémon with 70 HP and a Psychic energy type, establishing its role in gameplay mechanics. Designed by Hironobu Yoshida, this release captures the unique identity of the subject through its specific attack and ability profile. The Form Change ability allows players to search their deck for another Deoxys and switch it during their turn, offering strategic flexibility. Its Swift attack deals 30 damage that remains unaffected by Weakness, Resistance, Poké-Powers, Poké-Bodies, or other effects on the defending Pokémon. This immunity makes the card mechanically interesting for collectors who appreciate specific design choices in older sets. For enthusiasts of the Emerald series, card number 2 holds a prominent position as an early release. The combination of the Holo finish and the specific attack text creates a distinct collectible identity separate from other variants. Whether building a set of Emerald cards or focusing on specific Pokémon species, this card offers a tangible connection to the 2005 era of the TCG. Its status as a Holo Rare ensures it remains a focal point for those interested in the visual and mechanical history of the game. Collectors often seek out Emerald set cards for their historical significance in the franchise's evolution. The Deoxys card #2 serves as a clear example of how early sets balanced visual appeal with functional gameplay. Understanding the Form Change ability and the specific damage calculation of Swift provides deeper appreciation for the card's design. This product stands as a verified piece of the 2005 Pokémon trading card landscape, offering both aesthetic and mechanical value to dedicated hobbyists.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Deoxys
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Holo Rare
Hironobu Yoshida
Card Stock
English
Holo
70
Psychic
Basic
Psychic ×2
1
386
Card Text
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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: Swift (30)
This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness, Resistance, Poké-Power, Poké-Bodies, or any other effects on the Defending Pokémon.
