Hop's Zacian ex #176

Hop's Zacian ex is an Ultra Rare Metal-type Basic Pokémon ex card from the Journey Together expansion, released on March 28, 2025, as part of the Scarlet & Violet series. Numbered 176/159, this secret rare card features artwork by aky CG Works. As a Pokémon ex, it possesses 230 HP and is subject to the standard ex rule, awarding two Prize cards to the opponent when Knocked Out. The card's Pokédex entry describes this "Warrior Pokémon" as a legendary hero that absorbs metal particles, transforming them into a weapon it uses to battle.

This card features two attacks. The first, Insta-Strike, also inflicts 30 damage to one of the opponent's Benched Pokémon without applying Weakness or Resistance. Its second attack, Brave Slash, prevents Hop's Zacian ex from using Brave Slash during the next turn.