Set Overview
BREAKthrough, released in November 2015, introduced Pokémon BREAK, a new evolution stage printed sideways in gold. It carries Pokémon-EX, Mega EX and Full Art cards.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Release Date | November 4, 2015 (English) |
| Publisher | The Pokémon Company |
| Total Cards | 162 numbered + 2 secret rares |
| Pokémon-EX | 8 cards |
| Pokémon BREAK | 6 cards |
| Full Art | 10 cards |
| Secret Rares | 2 cards |
| Key Chase Card | Mewtwo-EX 163/162, Mewtwo-EX 164/162 |
About the Set
BREAKthrough, released in November 2015, introduced Pokémon BREAK, a new evolution stage printed sideways in gold. It carries Pokémon-EX, Mega EX and Full Art cards.
How to identify it: numbered cards read N/162. Secret rares are numbered above the total (163/162 onward).
Rarities & Chase Cards
XY BREAKthrough had a single English print run. The chase cards are its Pokémon-EX and secret rares.
Complete Card Gallery
All 164 cards from XY BREAKthrough. Click any card to view it full size — use the arrow keys (or swipe) to move through the set.
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The cards below lead XY BREAKthrough on the secondary market.
| Card | Name | Why it matters |
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Mewtwo-EX 163/162 Secret Rare | A secret rare card and one of BREAKthrough’s headline pulls. |
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Mewtwo-EX 164/162 Secret Rare | A secret rare card and one of BREAKthrough’s headline pulls. |
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Houndoom-EX 153/162 Full Art | A full art card and one of BREAKthrough’s headline pulls. |
Promo Cards
The XY Black Star Promos ran alongside the era’s expansions.
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#XY01PromoBlack Star Promos use their own numbering and carry a black star where a set symbol would be.
Collecting & Where to Buy
XY BREAKthrough is out of print and trades on the secondary market. Common singles are inexpensive, while the Pokémon-EX, Full Art and secret rares carry the strongest premiums.
Collector tip: the Full Art and secret cards are the prize — check borders and surface closely on any graded copy.
Note: external links are provided for reference only. Always confirm a card's printing, condition and authenticity before purchasing.