Hoopa (Shining Legends 55) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Hoopa from the Shining Legends set is a Rare Holo, card number 55, with 120 HP. It features the ability Scoundrel Guard and the attack Super Psy Bolt—an eye-catching addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Basic
• Ability: Scoundrel Guard — Prevents all effects of attacks, including damage, from opponent’s Pokémon-GX or Pokémon-EX.
• Attack: Super Psy Bolt — Deals 80 damage with a cost of Darkness + 2 Colorless Energy.
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Psychic -20
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Flavor Text: In its true form, it possesses a huge amount of power. Legends of its avarice tell how it once carried off an entire castle to gain the treasure hidden within.
• Set Code: sm35
• Series: sun_moon
• Print Number: 55
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing of Hoopa appears in the Shining Legends set as card number 55. It is a Rare Holo card featuring Scoundrel Guard, a defensive ability against Pokémon-GX and Pokémon-EX. The illustration is by TOKIYA, emphasizing Hoopa’s formidable, avaricious nature.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by set code “sm35” and card number 55. The card’s subtypes include Basic, and it is classified as a Darkness-type Pokémon. The market reference for this card is “Hoopa Shining Legends 55.”

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its unique ability and solid HP make it an interesting collector’s piece, though its tournament viability is unclear due to unknown legality.

Care & Storage Tips

• Store in a protective sleeve to preserve the holofoil finish.
• Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Avoid bending or scratching the card surface.
• Consider a top-loader or binder for added protection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Shining Legends (sm35): This set features Hoopa as a Rare Holo Basic Darkness-type Pokémon with an ability that prevents damage and effects from Pokémon-GX and Pokémon-EX attacks. The set is known for its striking holofoil cards and legendary Pokémon focus. The exact release date of this set is unknown.