Honchkrow-GX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Honchkrow-GX from the Unbroken Bonds set is a Rare Rainbow card with 210 HP. Its Ruler of the Night ability pairs with the hard-hitting Feather Storm attack, making it a notable addition to any collection. This card is numbered 223 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Stage 1, GX
• Evolves From: Murkrow
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -20
• Ability: Ruler of the Night — Prevents opponent from playing Pokémon Tool, Special Energy, or Stadium cards while Honchkrow-GX is active.
• Attacks:
• Feather Storm (90 damage): Deals 30 damage to two of your opponent’s Benched Pokémon-GX and Pokémon-EX.
• Unfair-GX: Opponent reveals their hand and discards 2 cards (one GX attack per game limit applies).
• Pokémon-GX Rule: When knocked out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This exact printing of Honchkrow-GX appears in the Unbroken Bonds set (sm10), numbered 223. It is a Rare Rainbow variant known for its vibrant foil treatment and high HP, appealing to both collectors and players.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants are listed for this card. It can be identified by its set code “sm10-223” and the illustrator’s signature “sadaji.” The card’s unique ability and GX attack names also help distinguish it from other Honchkrow cards.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• According to the provided data, this card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• The Pokémon-GX rule applies: if Honchkrow-GX is knocked out, the opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the Rare Rainbow foil and maintain condition, store Honchkrow-GX in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Unbroken Bonds (sm10): Introduced Honchkrow-GX as a powerful Darkness-type GX with disruptive abilities and a strong bench attack, adding strategic depth to the set’s meta. The Rare Rainbow variant enhances its appeal for collectors seeking visually stunning cards.