Palkia-GX Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Palkia-GX from the Ultra Prism set is a Rare Holo GX card numbered 101. With 180 HP and the signature Zero Vanish-GX attack, it’s a sturdy, dynamic presence in play. The vivid artwork captures Palkia’s power and presence.

Quick Facts

• Type: Dragon
• Stage: Basic GX
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Fairy ×2
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Spatial Control (Water): Move any number of Energy from your Benched Pokémon to this Pokémon.
• Hydro Pressure (3 Colorless): Does 60+ damage, plus 20 more damage times the amount of Water Energy attached to this Pokémon.
• Zero Vanish-GX (3 Water, 2 Colorless): Shuffle all Energy from each of your opponent’s Pokémon into their deck. (You can use only 1 GX attack per game.)
• Pokémon-GX Rule: When your Pokémon-GX is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

The key printing of Palkia-GX is Ultra Prism 101 (Rare Holo GX). Its holographic finish enhances both visual appeal and collectibility.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact Palkia-GX card. It is identified by the set code “sm5” and number “101” within the Ultra Prism series. The illustration by 5ban Graphics and its Dragon typing further distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players should verify tournament rules before including it in decks.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holographic surface and structural integrity, store the card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or scratching.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Ultra Prism (sm5): Introduced Palkia-GX as a powerful Dragon-type Basic GX Pokémon with versatile energy manipulation and a strong GX attack, adding strategic depth to the set’s lineup.