Latios (Paradox Rift 73) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Latios from the Paradox Rift set is a Rare Basic Psychic-type card numbered 73 with 110 HP. It features Glide and the powerful Luster Purge attack, brought to life in a dynamic illustration by chibi—appealing to both collectors and players.

Quick Facts

• HP: 110
• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Darkness ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -30
• Attacks: Glide (20 damage, 1 Colorless Energy), Luster Purge (180 damage, costs 2 Psychic + 1 Colorless Energy, requires discarding 3 Energy)
• Flavor Text: “It understands human speech and is highly intelligent. It is a tender Pokémon that dislikes fighting.”
• Rarity: Rare
• Regulation Mark: G
• Series: Scarlet & Violet
• Set: Paradox Rift
• Illustrator: chibi
• Legality: unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Scarlet & Violet series, set Paradox Rift, card number 73. It is a Basic Psychic-type Latios with two attacks: Glide and Luster Purge. The card is illustrated by chibi and classified as Rare.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include the set code “sv4” and the card ID “sv4-73”. The card’s regulation mark is G, and it has no evolutions or abilities.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its high-damage attack Luster Purge requires discarding 3 Energy, which may affect deck energy management strategies.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve condition, store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and delicate artwork by chibi, avoid bending or scratching the surface.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Paradox Rift (sv4): Introduces this Rare Latios card with Psychic typing and a unique combination of Glide and Luster Purge attacks. The set focuses on Scarlet & Violet Pokémon with distinct artistic styles and gameplay mechanics.