Shuckle-GX Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Shuckle-GX from the Lost Thunder set is a Rare Ultra card boasting 170 HP. It features the sturdy Protective Shell ability and the dynamic Wrap-GX attack. This card is numbered 195 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic, GX
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Abilities: Protective Shell prevents damage from attacks by opponent’s Pokémon with 2 or fewer Energy attached.
• Attacks:
• Triple Poison: Poisons opponent’s Active Pokémon with 3 damage counters per turn.
• Wrap-GX: Deals 40 damage and Paralyzes the opponent’s Active Pokémon (limited to one GX attack per game).
• Pokémon-GX rule: When Knocked Out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Print Variants: None known
• Image:

Key Printings

The key printing of Shuckle-GX is from the Lost Thunder set (sm8), numbered 195. This is the only known printing and is classified as a Rare Ultra card, making it a valuable addition for collectors focusing on the Sun & Moon series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Shuckle-GX card. Identification is straightforward through its set code (sm8), card number (195), and the distinctive 5ban Graphics illustration. The card’s unique Protective Shell ability and GX attacks also help distinguish it from other Shuckle cards.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its Protective Shell ability offers a tactical advantage by negating damage from low-Energy attackers, while its GX attack Wrap-GX can paralyze opponents, though it can only be used once per game.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store Shuckle-GX in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Rare Ultra rarity, maintaining its surface and edges free from scratches or bends is essential for retaining collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Lost Thunder (sm8): Introduced Shuckle-GX with its signature Protective Shell ability and potent GX attacks, adding a defensive Grass-type option to the Sun & Moon series. The set’s artwork and mechanics highlight strategic play and visual appeal.