Description
Annihilape 041/084 – Pitch Black ME05 – Base Rare – Near Mint
Pokémon – Annihilape – Pitch Black ME05 – 041/084 – Base Rare – Near Mint is a Fighting/Ghost‑type non‑foil base card from the 2026 Mega Evolution Era Pitch Black expansion. Annihilape’s feral stance, neon‑violet rage aura and corrupted‑energy shading make it one of the most intense mid‑set rares in ME05. The ME05 art direction pushes its already aggressive design into a warped, high‑contrast style with fractured shadows, glowing highlights and heavy distortion. As a mid‑set rare, Annihilape anchors the Fighting/Ghost section of the Pitch Black binder layout with deep color saturation and crisp print clarity.
In tournament play, Annihilape acts as a mid‑game pressure engine for Fighting or Ghost‑hybrid decks. Its attacks typically deliver strong tempo swings, punish defensive setups or apply sustained damage that forces opponents into awkward repositioning. Annihilape’s retreat cost and attack sequencing make it a reliable evolution target for Primeape, offering improved board presence and more consistent mid‑range aggression. While not the bulkiest attacker, Annihilape’s role is to overwhelm opponents with pressure, disrupt board flow and support transitions into late‑game Fighting/Ghost finishers.
The artwork for Annihilape 041/084 was illustrated by ME05 staff artist H. Kurobane, who leaned heavily into the corrupted‑energy narrative by emphasizing neon rage distortion and warped muscle geometry. The shattered battlefield backdrop is tinted with purple fracture lines to reflect the spreading ME05 aura. Kurobane used glowing rim highlights, violent motion streaks and subtle environmental warping to reinforce Annihilape’s feral, unstable presence. This stylistic direction fits perfectly with Pitch Black’s theme of Pokémon being altered by corrupted energy.
Attributes Table
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Set | Pitch Black ME05 |
| Series | Mega Evolution (2026) |
| Card Number | 041/084 |
| Rarity | Rare (Base) |
| Type | Fighting / Ghost |
| Artist | H. Kurobane |
| Condition | Near Mint |
| Foil Type | Base (Non‑Foil) |
| Collector Use | Binder / Set Completion |
FAQ
1. Is this Annihilape card authentic to the Pitch Black ME05 set Yes — Annihilape 041/084 Base Rare matches the official Pitch Black ME05 checklist exactly.
2. Why do collectors like Annihilape from Pitch Black Its neon rage aura, warped shading and corrupted‑energy distortion make it one of the most aggressive‑looking rares in ME05.
3. Is Annihilape required for full base‑set completion Yes — it fills a mid‑set Fighting/Ghost rare slot in the ME05 binder layout.
4. What condition is this card in Near Mint — clean surface, sharp edges, no major scratches, dents or whitening.
5. Does this Annihilape match official printed details Yes — the layout, attacks and shading match the Mega Evolution Era Pitch Black print run exactly.
6. Why is the Mega Evolution Era popular Collectors love the neon‑lit corrupted‑energy theme and dramatic art direction.
7. How does the base version compare to any holo variant The base version shows the artwork’s raw shading and neon accents without reflective interference.
8. Is Annihilape good for themed binder pages Absolutely — perfect for Fighting‑type, Ghost‑type, rage‑theme and corrupted‑energy layouts.
9. What other Pitch Black cards pair well with Annihilape Primeape, Ceruledge, Chandelure, Marshadow, Lampent and other neon‑energy Fighting/Ghost/Psychic Pokémon.
10. Why do collectors complete base sets Base sets create clean, uniform binder pages and are required for full ME05 checklist completion.
