Nihilego-GX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Nihilego-GX from the Crimson Invasion set is a Rare Ultra card with 180 HP. It features the ability Empty Light and the attack Lock Up. This card holds number 103 in the set, making it a notable addition for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Basic, GX, Ultra Beast
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Resistance: None
• Ability: Empty Light — When you play Nihilego-GX from your hand onto your Bench during your turn, you may leave both Active Pokémon Confused and Poisoned.
• Attacks:
• Lock Up (120 damage): Prevents the Defending Pokémon from retreating during your opponent’s next turn.
• Symbiont-GX: Adds the top 2 cards of your opponent’s deck to their Prize cards (only one GX attack per game).
• Pokémon-GX Rule: When your Pokémon-GX is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

The key printing of Nihilego-GX is from the Crimson Invasion set, card number 103. This Rare Ultra card is notable for its high HP and strategic GX attack, making it a valuable piece for collectors focusing on the Sun & Moon series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact printing. The card is identified by its set code “sm4-103” and the illustrator credit to 5ban Graphics. The card’s Psychic typing and Ultra Beast subtype further distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players should note the Pokémon-GX rule applies, where knocking out this GX card awards the opponent 2 Prize cards.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain card condition, store Nihilego-GX in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity, consider using a top loader or a binder with individual pockets for added protection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Crimson Invasion: Nihilego-GX debuts as a Rare Ultra card with a powerful ability that can confuse and poison opposing Pokémon upon benching. Its attacks provide tactical control and a GX move that pressures the opponent’s Prize cards, fitting well into Psychic-type and Ultra Beast-themed decks.