Dragons Exalted·#11·2012
Ninjask is a swift Bug and Flying type Pokémon introduced in Generation III, forming a unique evolution line with Nincada and Shedinja, and is celebrated for its incredible speed. This specific card from the 2012 Dragons Exalted set is a regular rare variant, notable for its distinctive Cast-off Shell Ability. Here, visitors will discover detailed Pokédex lore, precise attack mechanics including energy costs and damage, and essential information like weakness and the card's edition history.
Read more ↓Ninjask is a Bug/Flying-type Pokémon introduced in Generation III, evolving from Nincada at level 20. Its unique evolution line also includes Shedinja, which appears in the player's party if there's an empty slot and a spare Poké Ball when Nincada evolves. Ninjask is known for its incredible speed, often described as moving so quickly it becomes unseeable. In the Pokémon world, it inhabits forests and grasslands, often found clinging to trees and feeding on tree sap. Its diet and behavior are intrinsically linked to its pre-evolution, Nincada, a cicada larva that spends most of its life underground. Ninjask's high-speed antics are a core part of its identity in the games, where it boasts one of the highest Speed stats among all Pokémon. In the anime, Ninjask often appears as a fast-flying companion to trainers or as a wild Pokémon challenging protagonists to aerial battles. Its distinct buzzing sound and rapid movements make it a memorable figure, embodying the swift and elusive nature of cicadas. Culturally, Ninjask, along with Shedinja, represents themes of metamorphosis, rebirth, and the ephemeral nature of existence, drawing parallels to cicada life cycles in various East Asian cultures.
Last updated: April 10, 2026
