Ho-Oh-GX Collector’s Guide
Character Intro
Ho-Oh-GX from the Burning Shadows set is a Rare Ultra card with a commanding presence. With 190 HP and the standout Phoenix Burn attack, it offers both durability and explosive offense. This card is numbered 131 in the set.
Quick Facts
| set_name | release_date | number | rarity | hp | illustrator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burning Shadows | 131 | Rare Ultra | 190 | 5ban Graphics |
- Type: Fire
- Stage: Basic, GX
- Retreat Cost: 2
- Weakness: Lightning (×2)
- Resistance: Fighting (-20)
- Set Code: sm3
- Series: sun_moon
- Subtypes: Basic, GX
- Regulation Mark: Unknown
Key Printings
This guide covers the Ho-Oh-GX from Burning Shadows, card number 131. It is a Rare Ultra card known for high HP and strong GX attack capabilities.
Variants & Identifiers
There are no known print variants for this exact printing. The card is identified by set code sm3 and number 131. The illustrator is 5ban Graphics, a useful touchpoint for authenticity.
Legality & Play Notes
Legality: unknown
Attacks
- Sacred Fire: Deals 50 damage to one of your opponent’s Pokémon without applying Weakness or Resistance if the target is on the Bench.
- Phoenix Burn: A heavy-hitting 180 damage attack that cannot be used on the next turn.
- Eternal Flame-GX: Lets you put three Fire Pokémon-GX or Fire Pokémon-EX from your discard pile onto your Bench. GX attacks can only be used once per game.
GX Rule
When Ho-Oh-GX is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
Care & Storage Tips
Protect the vibrant artwork and condition by sleeving the card and keeping it away from sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets—especially fitting for a Rare Ultra.
Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Burning Shadows (sm3): Introduces Ho-Oh-GX as a powerful Fire-type Basic GX Pokémon with strong offense and bench support via its GX attack. The set is part of the Sun & Moon series and includes a variety of Fire-type Pokémon to synergize with Ho-Oh-GX’s abilities.
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