Mewtwo-GX Collector’s Guide: Shining Legends #72

Character Intro

Mewtwo-GX from the Shining Legends set is a Rare Ultra card numbered 72. It has 190 HP and features Psystrike-GX as a powerful finishing option.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Basic, GX
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Attacks: Full Burst, Super Absorption, Psystrike-GX
• GX Rule: When your Pokémon-GX is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This exact printing of Mewtwo-GX is from the Sun & Moon series set “Shining Legends,” card number 72. It is a Rare Ultra card, notable for its high HP and the GX attack Psystrike-GX, which deals 200 damage unaffected by opponent’s effects.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include the set code “sm35” and the illustrator credit to 5ban Graphics. The card’s Psychic typing and Basic GX subtype are consistent with its gameplay role.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• It features the Pokémon-GX rule where knocking out this Pokémon grants your opponent 2 Prize cards.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the artwork and condition, store this Mewtwo-GX 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 and surface damage.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Shining Legends: This set introduced Mewtwo-GX as a powerful Psychic-type GX Pokémon with versatile attacks and a high HP pool. The card’s rarity and design make it a standout collectible within the set.