Latias & Latios-GX Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Latias & Latios-GX is a Rare Rainbow card from the Team Up set, numbered 190. This powerful TAG TEAM boasts 250 HP and features the dynamic attack Buster Purge. Its rainbow-foil design captures the essence of these legendary Pokémon in a striking way.

Quick Facts

• Card Number: 190
• Set: Team Up (sm9)
• Type: Dragon
• Stage: Basic, TAG TEAM, GX
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fairy ×2
• Rules: TAG TEAM rule applies: opponent takes 3 Prize cards if this Pokémon is Knocked Out.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Team Up set (sm9), identified as card number 190. It is a Rare Rainbow variant, known for its vibrant foil treatment and high HP—visually impressive and competitively relevant.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include its TAG TEAM and GX subtypes, Dragon typing, and the illustrator credit to 5ban Graphics. The card’s attacks, “Buster Purge” and “Aero Unit-GX,” are signature moves exclusive to this printing.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data. The TAG TEAM rule applies, meaning if Latias & Latios-GX is Knocked Out, the opponent takes 3 Prize cards. The GX attack “Aero Unit-GX” can only be used once per game and offers strategic energy attachment and protection.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the Rare Rainbow foil and maintain condition, store Latias & Latios-GX in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the holographic areas. Use a top loader or a binder with individual pockets for optimal protection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Up (sm9): Introduces the Latias & Latios-GX TAG TEAM with high HP and powerful attacks in a distinctive Rare Rainbow finish—an eye-catching centerpiece for Dragon-type and TAG TEAM collectors.