Latias & Latios-GX Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Latias & Latios-GX from the Team Up set is a Rare Ultra card with 250 HP. This TAG TEAM showcases the heavy-hitting Buster Purge and the strategic Aero Unit-GX, making it a standout for collectors and players. Its card number is 169.

Quick Facts

Card Stats

• Type: Dragon
• Stage: Basic, TAG TEAM, GX
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fairy ×2

Attacks

• Buster Purge: Discard 3 Energy from this Pokémon to deal 240 damage.
• Aero Unit-GX: Attach 5 basic Energy cards from your discard pile to your Pokémon in any way you like. If this Pokémon has extra Energy attached beyond the cost, it prevents all effects of attacks, including damage, during your opponent’s next turn. (Only one GX attack per game.)

Rules Text

• TAG TEAM Rule: When knocked out, your opponent takes 3 Prize cards.

Printing Details

This exact printing is from Team Up (sm9), card number 169. It is a Rare Ultra card illustrated by 5ban Graphics. The card is a Basic TAG TEAM GX Pokémon with no evolutions and features two powerful attacks alongside a unique GX attack that can swing games.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by:
– Set code: sm9-169
– Rarity: Rare Ultra
– Illustrator: 5ban Graphics
– Dragon type and TAG TEAM GX subtype

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players should note the TAG TEAM rule that awards the opponent 3 Prize cards if this Pokémon is knocked out, reflecting its high-risk, high-reward nature.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the artwork and condition, store Latias & Latios-GX in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity, consider a top loader or a binder with rigid pages. Handle with clean hands to avoid oils and dirt.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Up (sm9): Introduced the Latias & Latios-GX TAG TEAM card, combining strong attacks and a strategic GX move. It stands out as a Rare Ultra card with a high HP pool and Dragon typing, making it a valuable addition to collections and gameplay decks.