Necrozma-GX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Necrozma-GX from the Burning Shadows set is a Rare Rainbow card numbered 153. It has 180 HP, the Light’s End ability, and the Prismatic Burst attack, making it a dynamic addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Basic, GX
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Resistance: None
• Ability: Light’s End — Prevents all damage from Colorless Pokémon attacks.
• Attacks:
• Prismatic Burst: Discard all Psychic Energy attached; does 10+ damage plus 60 more for each discarded Psychic Energy.
• Black Ray-GX: Deals 100 damage to each of your opponent’s Pokémon-GX and Pokémon-EX, ignoring Weakness and Resistance. Only one GX attack per game.
• Pokémon-GX Rule: When knocked out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the exact printing of Necrozma-GX from the Burning Shadows set, card number 153. It is distinguished by its Rare Rainbow rarity and the signature 5ban Graphics illustration.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this specific card. Identification is straightforward by its set code “sm3-153,” Psychic type, and the Rare Rainbow rarity. The card’s unique ability and GX attack names also help confirm authenticity.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its GX attack and ability provide tactical options but must be used within the constraints of the Pokémon-GX rule.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant Rare Rainbow foil and detailed artwork by 5ban Graphics, store Necrozma-GX in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Burning Shadows (sm3): Necrozma-GX appears as a powerful and visually striking Basic GX Pokémon with a unique defensive ability and a versatile attack suite, fitting well into Psychic-type themed decks. The set does not provide a release date for this card.