Flygon-GX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Flygon-GX from Cosmic Eclipse is a Rare Ultra card with a robust 240 HP. Its Dusty Defense ability provides a strategic buffer, while the powerful Sonic Edge-GX attack adds dynamic offense. Numbered 218, this card is a striking addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Stage 2, GX (Evolves from Vibrava)
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Resistance: None
• Ability: Dusty Defense – reduces damage to all your Pokémon by 30 while Flygon-GX is active
• Attacks:
• Desert Hurricane (120+ damage; does 120 more damage if a Stadium card is in play, then discards that Stadium)
• Sonic Edge-GX (220 damage; damage unaffected by effects on opponent’s Active Pokémon; GX attack limit applies)
• Pokémon-GX Rule: When Knocked Out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards

Key Printings

This exact Flygon-GX is from the Cosmic Eclipse set, numbered 218, and classified as a Rare Ultra. Illustrated by PLANETA Tsuji and featuring the Fighting type prominently, it stands out within the set. The release date is unknown.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Flygon-GX card. It can be identified by the set code “sm12-218,” its distinctive Fighting type, and GX classification. The card’s unique ability and attacks also help distinguish it from other Flygon cards.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not marked as legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. It features the standard Pokémon-GX rule where the opponent takes 2 Prize cards if this Pokémon is Knocked Out.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork and maintain condition, store Flygon-GX in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card to retain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Cosmic Eclipse (sm12): Flygon-GX appears as a Rare Ultra card with strong Fighting-type attacks and a defensive ability, making it a notable addition to this set’s lineup. The set’s release date is unknown, but it features detailed artwork by PLANETA Tsuji.