Lycanroc-GX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Lycanroc-GX from the Burning Shadows set is a Rare Rainbow card numbered 155. With a formidable 200 HP and the hard-hitting Lycanfang-GX, it brings resilience and burst damage to the table. The vivid rainbow treatment captures the fierce spirit of Lycanroc.

Quick Facts

• Evolves from: Rockruff
• Type: Fighting
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• No resistances
• No abilities
• Attacks:
• Crunch: 30 damage, discards an Energy from opponent’s Active Pokémon (cost: Fighting, Colorless)
• Accelerock: 120 damage (cost: Fighting, Fighting, Colorless)
• Lycanfang-GX: 200 damage, requires discarding 2 Energy from this Pokémon; GX attack can only be used once per game (cost: Fighting, Fighting, Colorless)
• Pokémon-GX rule: When knocked out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards

Key Printings

The key printing of Lycanroc-GX is from the Burning Shadows set, card number 155. This Rare Rainbow variant features a shimmering foil treatment and high HP, making it a prized addition for collectors and players alike.

Variants & Identifiers

This card has no known print variants. It is identified by its set code “sm3-155” and the illustrator credit to 5ban Graphics. The card’s rarity as a Rare Rainbow and its Fighting type are also key identifiers.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data. Players should verify current tournament rules before including it in decks.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork and foil finish of this Rare Rainbow card, store it in a protective 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 surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Burning Shadows (sm3): Introduced Lycanroc-GX as a powerful Fighting-type GX Pokémon with strong attacks and a high HP pool. The set features this card as a Rare Rainbow variant, enhancing its collectibility and visual appeal.