Pokemon Ancient Origins Set
A compact 100-card expansion introducing Hoopa EX and Mega Tyranitar EX alongside the final Ancient Trait Pokemon.
概览
Ancient Origins is a compact 100-card set released in August 2015, concluding the Ancient Trait mechanic. The set introduced Hoopa EX, whose Scoundrel Ring ability to search for 3 EX Pokemon from the deck became a meta-defining staple. Mega Tyranitar EX and Mega Ampharos EX headline the Mega Evolution slots.
最有价值的卡牌
Mega Tyranitar EX Full Art (#92) leads the set at $25-45 near-mint with its dramatic artwork. Hoopa EX Full Art (#89) holds strong value at $20-35 due to competitive demand. Lugia EX Full Art and Mega Ampharos EX Full Art are each $15-25. The secret rare Primal Kyogre EX (#96) adds a cross-set collectible appeal.
收集技巧
At only 100 cards, Ancient Origins is one of the easiest XY sets to complete. The smaller card pool means better pull rates on chase cards. Look for collection boxes and blisters at retail, which occasionally still appear at discount stores.
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Ancient Origins features the last Ancient Trait cards, which can be confused with Primal Clash versions. The scanner reads the specific set symbol (a stone archway) and correctly categorizes Ancient Trait versus regular cards. Perfect for sorting a mixed XY-era collection.
常见问题
Q1 Why was Hoopa EX important competitively?
Hoopa EX Scoundrel Ring ability let you search your deck for up to 3 Pokemon EX when played from your hand. This single card dramatically sped up setup in EX-focused decks and was stapled into most competitive lists from 2015-2017.
Q2 How many cards are in Ancient Origins?
Ancient Origins has 98 cards in the main set with 2 secret rares, totaling 100 officially numbered cards. It is the smallest XY-era main expansion.
Q3 What Ancient Trait Pokemon are in Ancient Origins?
Ancient Origins includes several Ancient Trait Pokemon like Entei (Omega Barrage), Regirock (Omega Barrier), and Gyarados (Alpha Growth). These were the final Ancient Trait cards printed in the XY era.
Q4 Is Ancient Origins hard to find?
Ancient Origins sealed product is moderately available through card shops and online retailers. Individual boosters cost $6-10, while booster boxes run $200-350 depending on market conditions.
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