Celestial Storm·#SV74·2018
Stakataka, a unique Rock/Steel Ultra Beast from Generation VII, is renowned for its distinctive stacked form and alien origins. This specific Stakataka GX card, #SV74 from the 2018 Celestial Storm set, is a highly desirable Shiny Vault variant, showcasing the Pokémon's rare alternate color scheme and making it a prominent chase card. Here, visitors will find comprehensive details including Stakataka's Pokédex lore, the card's powerful attacks, energy costs, weakness, and its edition history.
Read more ↓Stakataka is a fascinating Pokémon introduced in Generation VII as an Ultra Beast, designated UB Assembly. Its unique appearance, resembling a stack of stone blocks or a movable wall, is a direct reflection of its nature as an alien entity. Stakataka's biology is unlike any native Pokémon; it is comprised of many individual, small organisms that stack together to form a larger, cohesive entity. This collective nature allows it to shift its shape and size, though it typically maintains a towering, brick-like form. Its primary type is Rock/Steel, giving it a strong defensive profile in battles. In the games, Stakataka is encountered in the post-game narrative of Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, where it appears from an Ultra Wormhole, often causing confusion due to its unusual form and behavior. Its role in the anime and movies typically aligns with other Ultra Beasts, portraying it as a powerful, mysterious, and sometimes destructive force from another dimension. Culturally, Stakataka represents the awe and wonder, as well as the potential dangers, of encountering life forms from beyond known boundaries, challenging conventional understanding of Pokémon. Its design also evokes ancient architectural marvels, suggesting a sense of immense history and stability despite its alien origins.
Last updated: April 7, 2026
