Darkrai-GX Collector’s Guide (Burning Shadows #139)

Character Intro

Darkrai-GX from the Burning Shadows set is a Rare Ultra card with 180 HP. Restoration gives it strategic recursion from the discard pile, Dark Cleave delivers 130 damage that ignores Resistance, and Dead End-GX can Knock Out an opponent’s Active Pokémon if it is affected by a Special Condition. Card number 139, it’s a standout for collectors seeking powerful GX Pokémon.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Basic, GX
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Psychic -20
• Retreat Cost: 2
• GX Rule: When your Pokémon-GX is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This printing of Darkrai-GX appears in Burning Shadows as card number 139. As a Rare Ultra variant, it appeals to collectors who value high-rarity GX Pokémon with impactful abilities.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include set code “sm3” and card number 139, the Basic, GX subtype, the Darkness type symbol, and illustrator credit to 5ban Graphics.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

Darkrai-GX’s Restoration ability lets it revive itself from the discard pile and attach a Darkness Energy, providing notable resilience. Dark Cleave deals 130 damage unaffected by Resistance, and Dead End-GX can Knock Out the opponent’s Active Pokémon if it is affected by a Special Condition. Only one GX attack can be used per game.

Care & Storage Tips

Store the card in a protective sleeve, away from direct sunlight and moisture. As a Rare Ultra with artwork by 5ban Graphics, keeping it in mint condition helps maintain collector value. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Burning Shadows (sm3): Introduces Darkrai-GX as a powerful Darkness-type Basic GX Pokémon with a versatile Restoration ability and strong attacks. As a Rare Ultra with no known print variants, it’s a notable addition for collectors and players alike.