Garchomp & Giratina-GX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Garchomp & Giratina-GX from the Unified Minds set is a Rare Ultra card with 270 HP. This dynamic TAG TEAM showcases the hard-hitting Calamitous Slash and striking, high-energy artwork that highlights the duo’s fierce synergy—an eye-catching piece for any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Dragon
• Stage: Basic, TAG TEAM, GX
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Fairy ×2
• Resistance: None
• Rules: TAG TEAM rule applies—when knocked out, opponent takes 3 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Unified Minds set, identified by set code sm11 and card number 228. Classified as a Rare Ultra, it’s a standout collectible within the set.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include TAG TEAM and GX subtypes, Dragon typing, and the illustrator credit to aky CG Works. The card’s image can be referenced at /images/sm11/sm11-228.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

Attacks:
– Linear Attack: Deals 40 damage to one of your opponent’s Pokémon without applying Weakness or Resistance if the target is on the Bench.
– Calamitous Slash: Deals 160+ damage, with an additional 80 damage if the opponent’s Active Pokémon already has damage counters.
– GG End-GX: A GX attack that discards one of your opponent’s Pokémon and all attached cards, or two if this Pokémon has at least 3 extra Fighting Energy attached. Only one GX attack can be used per game.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the card in a sleeve, away from sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface—especially important for a Rare Ultra card. For added protection, use a top-loader or a binder with individual pockets.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Unified Minds (sm11): This set includes the Garchomp & Giratina-GX card as a powerful TAG TEAM option with high HP and versatile attacks. It stands out as a Rare Ultra card within the set’s Dragon-type offerings.

This guide covers the essential details for collectors and players interested in this exact printing of Garchomp & Giratina-GX.