Hydreigon ex #169

The Hydreigon ex (169/86) from the 2025 White Flare set stands out as a highly collectible Special Illustration Rare. Its value is primarily driven by its rarity as a secret card, identifiable by its card number exceeding the standard set total, making it one of the more challenging pulls for collectors. The "Special Illustration Rare" designation itself guarantees a unique, full-art design, often a major draw for the community, further enhanced by the distinct artistic style of illustrator Takumi Wada.

As a Stage 2 Pokémon ex with 330 HP, Hydreigon ex combines formidable bulk with an aggressive strategy. Its signature Ability, Greedy Eater, allows players to take an additional Prize card when its attack Knocks Out an opponent's Basic Pokémon. This synergizes with the inherent Pokémon ex rule, where an opponent takes two Prize cards upon its defeat, creating a high-stakes, high-reward dynamic. The card also features the Dark Bite attack, which prevents the Defending Pokémon from retreating during the opponent's next turn. This design reflects its Pokédex entry as a "Brutal Pokémon" that "travels the skies on its six wings," treating "anything that moves" as a foe, embodying its relentless nature on the battlefield.