Toxapex-GX Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Toxapex-GX from the Guardians Rising set is a Rare Ultra card with a sturdy 210 HP. Featuring the powerful Total Shelter-GX attack, it’s a notable addition for collectors. It is numbered 136 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Stage 1, GX
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Spike Cannon: Flip 4 coins; does 30 damage for each heads.
• Super Intense Poison: Poisons opponent’s Active Pokémon with 10 damage counters per turn.
• Total Shelter-GX: Prevents all effects of attacks, including damage, during opponent’s next turn (150 damage).
• Pokémon-GX Rule: When knocked out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

The key printing of Toxapex-GX is from the Sun & Moon Guardians Rising set, card number 136. This Rare Ultra card stands out for its high HP and versatile Psychic-type attacks, including a GX move with strong defensive utility.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact printing of Toxapex-GX. Identification is straightforward by the set code “sm2” and card number 136. The card’s distinctive Psychic type and 5ban Graphics illustration further aid recognition.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. It features the Pokémon-GX rule, which awards the opponent two Prize cards if Toxapex-GX is knocked out, emphasizing strategic play around its survivability.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant 5ban Graphics illustration and maintain condition, store Toxapex-GX in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity, consider a top loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent edge wear and surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Guardians Rising (sm2): Introduced Toxapex-GX with defensive tactics and poison-based damage, enriching the Psychic-type lineup with a high-HP Stage 1 GX Pokémon. The set’s artwork and mechanics highlight strategic depth and collector appeal.