Blaziken-GX Collector’s Guide (Celestial Storm #170)

Character Intro

Blaziken-GX from Celestial Storm is a Rare Rainbow showpiece with 240 HP. Its signature attack, Explosive Kick, delivers explosive power, and its set number—170—makes it a standout pull for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fire
• Stage: Stage 2, GX
• Evolves From: Combusken
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Slash (60 damage, 2 Colorless Energy)
• Explosive Kick (210 damage, requires discarding 2 Fire Energy, costs 2 Fire + 1 Colorless)
• Blaze Out-GX (discard 2 Energy from opponent’s Pokémon, costs 1 Fire Energy; GX attack limit applies)
• Pokémon-GX Rule: When your Pokémon-GX is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in Celestial Storm (set code sm7), card number 170. It’s distinguished by its Rare Rainbow rarity and 5ban Graphics’ artwork.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants are listed for this card. Identification is straightforward via set code (sm7), card number (170), and Rare Rainbow rarity. Its high HP and Blaze Out-GX also help distinguish it from other Blaziken cards.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. The GX attack rule applies, limiting the use of Blaze Out-GX to once per game.

Care & Storage Tips

To protect the vibrant Rainbow foil, use a snug sleeve and store away from sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching to preserve condition and value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Celestial Storm (sm7): Introduced this powerful Blaziken-GX with a strong HP pool and versatile attacks, adding a fiery presence to the Sun & Moon series. The set is known for its dynamic GX cards and colorful artwork, with this card standing out as a key Rare Rainbow collectible.