Noivern-GX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Noivern-GX from Burning Shadows (card 141) is a Rare Ultra Dragon-type GX with a sturdy 200 HP. Its disruptive kit centers on Sonic Volume, with additional item lock from Distort and board-wide pressure via Boomburst-GX, all wrapped in striking 5ban Graphics artwork.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Noivern-GX
• Stage: Stage 1, GX (evolves from Noibat)
• Type: Dragon
• Weakness: Fairy ×2
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Attacks:
• Distort (50 damage): Prevents opponent from playing Item cards next turn.
• Sonic Volume (120 damage): Prevents opponent from playing Special Energy cards next turn.
• Boomburst-GX: Deals 50 damage to each of opponent’s Pokémon; GX attack limit applies.
• Rarity: Rare Ultra
• Illustrator: 5ban Graphics
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Flavor Text: Unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Burning Shadows set as card number 141. It is a Rare Ultra illustrated by 5ban Graphics. No other print variants are documented for this card.

Variants & Identifiers

Noivern-GX from Burning Shadows has no known print variants. It is identified by set code sm3-141 and the 5ban Graphics artwork. Its Dragon typing, GX classification, and unique attacks distinguish it from other Noivern cards.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
– Pokémon-GX rule: When your Pokémon-GX is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
– Distort and Sonic Volume lock Item and Special Energy play on consecutive turns, disrupting setup.
– Boomburst-GX spreads 50 to each of the opponent’s Pokémon, enabling multi-KO turns later.
– Retreat Cost 0 provides excellent mobility; watch for Fairy ×2 weakness when planning matchups.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the card in a sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or edge wear, especially given its Rare Ultra status.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Burning Shadows: Noivern-GX debuts as a powerful Dragon-type Stage 1 GX with disruptive attacks and a high HP pool, adding strategic depth and collectible appeal.
• Other Sets: No information on reprints or alternate versions is available.