Aerodactyl-GX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Aerodactyl-GX from the Unified Minds set is a Rare Ultra card with 210 HP. Its Primal Winds ability disrupts opponents by increasing the attack costs of their Basic Pokémon while Aerodactyl-GX is Active, and Boulder Crush supplies consistent damage. Numbered 224, it appeals to both collectors and players.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Stage 1, GX
• Evolves From: Unidentified Fossil
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Ability: Primal Winds – increases opponent’s Basic Pokémon attack costs by one Colorless energy while Aerodactyl-GX is active.
• Attacks:
• Boulder Crush: 120 damage, costs Fighting + 2 Colorless energies
• Wild Dive-GX: 50 damage times the amount of Energy attached to opponent’s Active Pokémon; limited to one GX attack per game
• Pokémon-GX Rule: When knocked out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards

Key Printings

The key printing of Aerodactyl-GX is from the Unified Minds set, card number 224. This Rare Ultra card is notable for its high HP and versatile Fighting-type attacks, making it a valuable addition for collectors focused on the Sun & Moon era.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward via its set code “sm11-224,” its Rare Ultra rarity, the ConceptLab illustration, and its Fighting type and Stage 1 GX subtype.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players should verify tournament rules before including Aerodactyl-GX in their decks.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Rare Ultra status, handling with clean hands and storing in a rigid top-loader or binder is recommended to maintain its value and artwork integrity.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Unified Minds (sm11): Aerodactyl-GX debuts as a powerful Fighting-type Stage 1 GX with a unique ability that disrupts opponent energy costs. Its high HP and impactful GX attack make it a standout card in this set. Release date is unknown.