Question 1

What is the current market value of Genesect #XY196?

Accepted Answer

Genesect (XY Black Star Promos) is presently valued at about $13.43 in raw condition. Over the last 7 days it declined 25.3%. Against its 30-day baseline of $12.53, this card is pricing 7.1% higher. In the past 90 days, observed prices ranged from $8.44 to $17.17 (65% spread), a high-volatility profile. Rarity classification for this copy is Promo.

Question 2

Is Genesect #XY196 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Current valuation lens: Recent pricing has softened by 25.3% over 7 days, with the card now 22% below its 90-day high. Observed 90-day bounds of $8.44 and $17.17 create a 65% band, matching a high-volatility profile. Versus the 30-day average ($12.53), the card is trading 7.1% higher. This sample does not include a stable graded benchmark, which means active listings remain the best condition-adjusted reference.

Question 3

What is Genesect #XY196 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

In 2013, XY Black Star Promos introduced this print of Genesect. The printed flavor text states: "This Pokémon existed 300 million years ago. Team Plasma altered it and attached a cannon to its back." Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Promo. Printed HP is 110. Energy typing is Metal. This print is categorized under the Basic subtype. Notable move text references "Linear Attack" and "Destructor Beam". Weakness: Fire. Resistance: Psychic. This print follows its listed rarity designation in set checklists and pricing references.

Question 4

What are the alternative Genesect cards available?

Accepted Answer

Other Genesect printings create a useful comparison set for Genesect. Comparable entries in this snapshot: 6 cards, 4 distinct sets. Comparable prices currently cover $0.04-$33.86, a 84550% band. Against the sample mean of $11.03, this card is +22%. Notable alternatives include Genesect #10 (Plasma Blast) at $0.97, Genesect #16 (Legendary Treasures) at $3.32, Genesect #BW101 (BW Black Star Promos) at $12.33, and Genesect #BW86 (BW Black Star Promos) at $15.65.

Question 5

What set is Genesect #XY196 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Release year for XY Black Star Promos is 2013. XY Black Star Promos is grouped under the XY era. The checklist contains 216 cards, placing it in a large expansion range. As of 2026, the set is 13 years old and fits a legacy-era profile. Within this set, Genesect is card number XY196 with a Promo designation.

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