Alolan Ninetales-GX Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Alolan Ninetales-GX from the Lost Thunder set is a Rare Rainbow card with 200 HP. Its Mysterious Guidance ability adds strategic depth, while Snowy Wind provides a flexible offensive option. Numbered 225, it stands out for its elegant design and versatile gameplay.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fairy
• Stage: Stage 1, GX
• Evolves From: Alolan Vulpix
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Metal ×2
• Resistance: Darkness -20
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Image:

Key Printings

This printing comes from the Sun & Moon series, Lost Thunder set, card number 225. It features the Mysterious Guidance ability, which lets you search your deck for up to 2 Item cards when you evolve this Pokémon. Its attacks include Snowy Wind, dealing 70 damage and 30 damage to a Benched opponent’s Pokémon, plus the GX attack Sublimation-GX, which can instantly knock out an Ultra Beast.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants. Identifiers include set code “sm8-225” and the Rare Rainbow rarity. The illustrator is 5ban Graphics. The card’s subtypes are Stage 1 and GX, and it is part of the Fairy type.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
– Pokémon-GX rule applies: When your Pokémon-GX is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
– The GX attack “Sublimation-GX” can only be used once per game.
– This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the Rare Rainbow finish and overall condition, store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending and surface scratches. Minimize handling to keep the artwork and text crisp.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Lost Thunder (sm8): The debut set for this Alolan Ninetales-GX printing, featuring powerful GX Pokémon and unique abilities. Its evolution-based Item search pairs neatly with its attacks, making it a strong target for collectors focused on Fairy-type GX cards.

This guide covers the exact Lost Thunder printing of Alolan Ninetales-GX, providing essential details for collectors and players interested in this elegant and strategic card.