Venomoth-GX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Venomoth-GX from the Unbroken Bonds set is a striking Rare Rainbow card with a robust 200 HP. Featuring the tactical attack Shinobi Mastery and numbered 216, it stands out as a collectible highlight within the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1, GX (Evolves from Venonat)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Shinobi Mastery: Deals 110+ damage with conditional bonuses based on playing Koga’s Trap or Janine from hand during the turn.
• Ten-Card Return-GX: Shuffle your hand into your deck and draw 10 cards; limited to one GX attack per game.
• Pokémon-GX Rule: When knocked out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from Unbroken Bonds, numbered 216, and is a Rare Rainbow variant. Illustrated by 5ban Graphics, it showcases bold, clean digital art. The GX attack and its synergy with specific Trainer cards make it a notable collectible.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include the set code “sm10-216,” the Rare Rainbow rarity, and the absence of a regulation mark. The card’s image is available at /images/sm10/sm10-216.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data. Players should note the Pokémon-GX rule that awards two Prize cards to the opponent when this Pokémon-GX is knocked out.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork and maintain condition, store Venomoth-GX in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and unique print, consider a top loader or a binder with rigid pages for long-term storage.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Unbroken Bonds (sm10): Venomoth-GX debuts as a powerful Grass-type Stage 1 GX with a Rare Rainbow rarity, featuring strategic attacks that interact with specific Trainer cards. Its high HP and GX attack make it a standout in the set’s lineup.

This guide covers the exact printing of Venomoth-GX from Unbroken Bonds, providing collectors and players with essential information to appreciate and identify this card.