Ho-Oh-GX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Ho-Oh-GX from the Burning Shadows set is a Rare Holo GX card numbered 21. This fiery Legendary Pokémon has 190 HP and showcases the headline attack Phoenix Burn. Its holographic design emphasizes the blazing theme of the card.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fire
• Stage: Basic, GX
• Weakness: Lightning (×2)
• Resistance: Fighting (-20)
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Set Code: sm3
• Series: sun_moon
• Regulation Mark: unknown
• Flavor Text: unknown

Key Printings

Focus: the Burning Shadows Ho-Oh-GX, card number 21. It is a Rare Holo GX with no known alternate printings or reprints.

Attacks

• Sacred Fire
• Phoenix Burn — deals 180 damage but cannot be used on your next turn
• Eternal Flame-GX — returns Fire Pokémon-GX or EX from the discard pile

Variants & Identifiers

• No known print variants for this exact printing
• Set code: “sm3”
• Card number: 21
• Illustrator: PLANETA
• Features: holographic foil, GX subtype

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

• Follows the Pokémon-GX rule: if Knocked Out, the opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
• Phoenix Burn provides heavy damage at 180 with a one-turn self-restriction.
• Eternal Flame-GX enables recovery of Fire Pokémon-GX or EX from the discard, adding tactical flexibility.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve to preserve the holo finish and artwork. Keep away from sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending and surface wear. Minimize handling to maintain collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Burning Shadows (sm3): Introduces Ho-Oh-GX as a powerful Fire-type Basic GX with a GX attack that supports Fire Pokémon recovery. A standout Rare Holo GX for both aesthetics and versatile play.