Keldeo-GX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Keldeo-GX from Unified Minds is a Rare Holo GX card with 170 HP. It showcases the Pure Heart ability and the hard-hitting Sonic Edge attack. With sleek artwork and reliable stats, it’s a standout piece for both collectors and fans of the Sun & Moon era.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic, GX
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Ability: Pure Heart — Prevents all effects of attacks, including damage, from opponent’s Pokémon-GX or Pokémon-EX.
• Attacks:
• Sonic Edge: 110 damage, unaffected by effects on opponent’s Active Pokémon.
• Resolute Blade-GX: 50 damage times the number of opponent’s Benched Pokémon (one GX attack per game).
• Pokémon-GX Rule: When knocked out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Regulation Mark: Unknown

Key Printings

The defining printing of Keldeo-GX is Unified Minds (sm11) #47. It appears only once in the set as a Rare Holo GX, a desirable target for collectors focused on Sun & Moon-era Pokémon-GX.

Variants & Identifiers

No known print variants exist. Identification is straightforward via set code (sm11-47), rarity, and the 5ban Graphics illustration. The artwork and holofoil pattern are unique to this printing.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. It carries the Pokémon-GX rule where knocking it out awards the opponent 2 Prize cards, a critical consideration in gameplay strategy.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the vivid holofoil and 5ban Graphics artwork with sleeves and a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets. Store away from sunlight and moisture, and avoid bending or surface contact to preserve condition and value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Unified Minds (sm11): The sole set featuring Keldeo-GX. It highlights strong Water-type options and GX attacks, with Keldeo-GX notable for its unique ability and efficient attack suite.