Noivern-GX Collector’s Guide
Character Intro
Noivern-GX from Burning Shadows (card 141) is a Rare Ultra Dragon-type GX with a sturdy 200 HP. Its disruptive kit centers on Sonic Volume, with additional item lock from Distort and board-wide pressure via Boomburst-GX, all wrapped in striking 5ban Graphics artwork.
Quick Facts
| set_name | release_date | number | rarity | hp | illustrator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burning Shadows | 141 | Rare Ultra | 200 | 5ban Graphics |
- Pokémon: Noivern-GX
- Stage: Stage 1, GX (evolves from Noibat)
- Type: Dragon
- Weakness: Fairy ×2
- Retreat Cost: 0
- Attacks:
- Distort (50 damage): Prevents opponent from playing Item cards next turn.
- Sonic Volume (120 damage): Prevents opponent from playing Special Energy cards next turn.
- Boomburst-GX: Deals 50 damage to each of opponent’s Pokémon; GX attack limit applies.
- Rarity: Rare Ultra
- Illustrator: 5ban Graphics
- Regulation Mark: Unknown
- Flavor Text: Unknown
Key Printings
This exact printing appears in the Burning Shadows set as card number 141. It is a Rare Ultra illustrated by 5ban Graphics. No other print variants are documented for this card.
Variants & Identifiers
Noivern-GX from Burning Shadows has no known print variants. It is identified by set code sm3-141 and the 5ban Graphics artwork. Its Dragon typing, GX classification, and unique attacks distinguish it from other Noivern cards.
Legality & Play Notes
Legality: unknown
– Pokémon-GX rule: When your Pokémon-GX is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
– Distort and Sonic Volume lock Item and Special Energy play on consecutive turns, disrupting setup.
– Boomburst-GX spreads 50 to each of the opponent’s Pokémon, enabling multi-KO turns later.
– Retreat Cost 0 provides excellent mobility; watch for Fairy ×2 weakness when planning matchups.
Care & Storage Tips
Protect the card in a 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 edge wear, especially given its Rare Ultra status.
Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Burning Shadows: Noivern-GX debuts as a powerful Dragon-type Stage 1 GX with disruptive attacks and a high HP pool, adding strategic depth and collectible appeal.
- Other Sets: No information on reprints or alternate versions is available.
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