Energy Retrieval (Ancient Origins 99)

About Energy Retrieval 99/98 Secret Rare

Energy Retrieval 99/98 Secret Rare is a unique Pokémon TCG card from the XY series, released in 2015 by The Pokémon Company. The card is classified as a Secret Rare with the special card number 99/98, placing it outside the set's regular numbering. The illustration is by 5ban Graphics, and the card features a holofoil finish that makes it attractive to collectors.

Details about the card and condition

• Set: Ancient Origins (XY series, 2015)
• Card number: 99/98 (Secret Rare)
• Card type: Trainer – Item
• Finish: Holofoil
• Artist: 5ban Graphics
• Format: Single raw card (loose card, not graded or sealed)
• Condition: LP (Lightly Played) – lightly used but without major damage

LP (Lightly Played) means the card may have minor surface scratches or slight edge wear, but still looks good and is suitable for both collecting and play. It is a popular condition among collectors who want a nice card without requiring mint condition.

Collector and gameplay relevance

As a Secret Rare single raw card, Energy Retrieval 99/98 is of particular interest to collectors who focus on Pokémon cards from the XY era or who want to complete their Ancient Origins set. The holofoil effect and the unique card number make it a noteworthy piece in any binder.

In play, Energy Retrieval functions as an effective Trainer Item: the effect lets you retrieve 2 Basic Energy cards from your discard pile back to your hand. This provides flexibility in deck building and can be part of many different strategies where energy recursion is important.

Ancient Origins and the XY series

Ancient Origins is a key expansion of the XY series and marks a period when Secret Rare Trainer cards like Energy Retrieval 99/98 became popular among both collectors and players. The card exemplifies the aesthetic and innovation of the XY era, and its Secret Rare status underscores its collector potential.

This product is a single, raw Pokémon TCG card—ideal for both binder collecting and deck building for dedicated enthusiasts. See more News to expand your collection.

Note: You will receive one booster pack per purchased unit. The image is for illustration purposes.