Arceus & Dialga & Palkia-GX Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Arceus & Dialga & Palkia-GX from the Cosmic Eclipse set is a Rare Rainbow card with a striking 280 HP. Featuring the dynamic attack Ultimate Ray, it stands out for collectors. Its vibrant design and impressive stats highlight its significance within the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Dragon
• Stage: Basic, TAG TEAM, GX
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Fairy ×2
• Attacks:
• Ultimate Ray: Attach up to 3 basic Energy cards from your deck to your Pokémon and deal 150 damage.
• Altered Creation-GX: Boosts your Pokémon’s attack damage by 30 for the rest of the game and can grant an extra Prize card when knocking out an opponent’s Active Pokémon, with specific Energy conditions.
• Rules: TAG TEAM rule applies—opponent takes 3 Prize cards if this TAG TEAM is Knocked Out.
• Legal Status: unknown

Key Printings

The key printing of this card is from the Cosmic Eclipse set, identified as card number 258. It is a Rare Rainbow variant, a sought-after rarity tier known for its shimmering foil and vibrant artwork.

Variants & Identifiers

This card has no known print variants. It is uniquely identified by its set code “sm12-258” and the illustrator credit to 5ban Graphics. The card’s TAG TEAM and GX subtypes, along with its Dragon type, make it distinct within the Cosmic Eclipse set.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players should note the TAG TEAM rule, which increases the stakes by awarding three Prize cards to the opponent if this card is knocked out.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s Rare Rainbow foil and vibrant artwork, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface damage. Handle the card with clean hands to avoid oils and dirt.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Cosmic Eclipse (sm12): This set includes the Arceus & Dialga & Palkia-GX card as a Rare Rainbow TAG TEAM GX, showcasing powerful combined attacks and unique gameplay mechanics. The set is known for its diverse TAG TEAM GX cards and dynamic artwork styles.