Lugia-GX Collector’s Guide: Lost Thunder #227

Character Intro

Lugia-GX from the Lost Thunder set is a Rare Rainbow card numbered 227. It has 190 HP and features the powerful attack Pelagic Blade. Its vibrant design makes it a standout addition for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Basic, GX
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -20
• Rules: Pokémon-GX rule applies: When your Pokémon-GX is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This printing of Lugia-GX appears in the Sun & Moon series, specifically the Lost Thunder expansion (set code sm8). It is card number 227 and classified as a Rare Rainbow, a visually distinctive rarity that appeals to collectors.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Lugia-GX. Key identifiers include card number 227, the Rare Rainbow rarity, and illustrator credit to PLANETA Igarashi. The card’s image can be referenced at /images/sm8/sm8-227.jpg for visual confirmation.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

• This Lugia-GX card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• It has three attacks:
• “Psychic,” which deals 30+ damage based on the opponent’s Energy attachments.
• “Pelagic Blade,” a powerful 170 damage attack with a self-imposed usage restriction.
• The GX attack “Lost Purge-GX,” which removes the opponent’s Active Pokémon and all attached cards from play.
• Remember: only one GX attack can be used per game.

Care & Storage Tips

• Store in a protective sleeve to preserve the Rare Rainbow finish and artwork.
• Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface damage.
• Handle with clean hands or gloves to avoid oils and dirt.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Lost Thunder (sm8): This set introduced Lugia-GX as a formidable Basic GX Pokémon with versatile attacks and a striking Rare Rainbow variant. The set is known for its diverse Colorless-type GX cards and dynamic gameplay mechanics.

This guide provides a focused overview of the Lugia-GX card from Lost Thunder #227, ideal for collectors and players seeking detailed, factual information.