Question 1

What is the current market value of Genesect #XY196?

Accepted Answer

Genesect from XY Black Star Promos is currently trading around $2.35. Week-over-week change is limited (0.0%), indicating short-term stability. That is close to the 30-day average of $2.32. Its 90-day trading band runs between $2.08 and $2.35, producing a 11% range and low-volatility behavior. The listed rarity for this print is Promo.

Question 2

Is Genesect #XY196 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Collector-focused market read: Weekly drift is minimal (0.0%), indicating a relatively balanced short-term market. The 90-day range spans $2.08 to $2.35 (11% spread), which indicates low-volatility behavior. Current value remains close to its 30-day mean ($2.32). No consistent graded benchmark is available in this snapshot, so condition-adjusted pricing should be reviewed with active listings.

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. It requires 2 energy to retreat. This print follows its listed rarity designation in set checklists and pricing references.

Question 4

What are the alternative Genesect cards available?

Accepted Answer

Collectors tracking Genesect often benchmark it against other Genesect cards. The current sample spans 6 comparable cards from 4 sets. Comparable prices currently cover $0.14-$5.79, a 4036% band. Against the sample mean of $1.58, this card is +48%. Notable alternatives include Genesect #BW101 (BW Black Star Promos), Genesect #BW86 (BW Black Star Promos), Genesect #BW99 (BW Black Star Promos) at $5.79, and Genesect #8 (Phantasmal Flames) at $0.14.

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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