Gyarados-GX Collector’s Guide: Crimson Invasion #101

Character Intro

Gyarados-GX from the Crimson Invasion set is a Rare Ultra card with a hefty 240 HP. Its standout move, Draconic Disaster, and sleek GX presentation make card number 101 a compelling pick for collectors who appreciate power and presence.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Gyarados-GX
• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1, GX
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Waterfall (70 damage, costs Water + 2 Colorless)
• Draconic Disaster (100+ damage, costs Water + 4 Colorless; does 100 more damage if a Stadium card is in play, then discards that Stadium)
• Dread Storm-GX (Discard an Energy from each of your opponent’s Pokémon; GX attack, costs Water)
• Pokémon-GX Rule: When your Pokémon-GX is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

The defining printing of Gyarados-GX is Crimson Invasion #101. As a Rare Ultra with high HP and GX status, it’s a centerpiece for Sun & Moon era collections.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact card. Identify it by the set code “sm4-101,” illustrator credit to 5ban Graphics, and its Water-type GX aesthetic. Image reference: /images/sm4/sm4-101.jpg

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its GX attack, Dread Storm-GX, can only be used once per game, adding a tactical element to gameplay.

Care & Storage Tips

Use a protective sleeve, avoid sunlight and moisture, and mind the edges and surface to maintain value—especially important for a Rare Ultra with high HP.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Crimson Invasion: Introduced Gyarados-GX as a powerful Water-type GX card with multiple impactful attacks and a high retreat cost. This set highlights the card’s strategic versatility and collectible rarity.

This guide provides a concise snapshot of Gyarados-GX from Crimson Invasion #101 for collectors focused on attributes and significance.