Whimsicott-GX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Whimsicott-GX from Unbroken Bonds is a Rare Rainbow card (#226) with 190 HP, the ability Fluffy Cotton, and the attack Energy Blow. Its vibrant rainbow foil pairs striking aesthetics with strategic play options.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fairy
• Stage: Stage 1, GX
• Evolves From: Cottonee
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Metal (×2)
• Resistance: Darkness (-20)
• Ability: Fluffy Cotton — potentially prevents damage from attacks by flipping a coin.
• Attacks:
• Energy Blow — deals 10+ damage plus 30 more for each Energy attached.
• Toy Box-GX — allows searching your deck for up to 5 cards to add to your hand (limited to one GX attack per game).
• Pokémon-GX Rule: When knocked out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

The key printing of Whimsicott-GX is Unbroken Bonds, card number 226. Its Rare Rainbow finish makes it especially eye-catching and desirable for collectors who appreciate vibrant foil treatments.

Variants & Identifiers

This Whimsicott-GX printing has no known print variants. It is identified by set code “sm10” and card number 226, with artwork by 5ban Graphics and a Rare Rainbow rarity that distinguishes it from other Whimsicott-GX prints.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• Not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Toy Box-GX can be used only once per game.
• If this Pokémon is knocked out, the opponent takes two Prize cards.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the Rare Rainbow foil by using sleeves and storing the card away from direct sunlight and moisture. Rigid top loaders or binders with individual pockets help prevent bends and surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Unbroken Bonds (sm10): Whimsicott-GX debuts as a resilient Fairy-type GX with a damage-preventing ability and a powerful deck-searching GX attack. Its Rare Rainbow treatment makes it a standout collectible within the set.