Ho-Oh-GX 21/147
Set: Burning Shadows
Released: Aug 5, 2017
Pokémon
Fire Type
Rare Holo GX Pull Rate: 1 in 108 packs (0.9%)
Fire Type
Rare Holo GX Pull Rate: 1 in 108 packs (0.9%)Raw Prices
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Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #250
- Card Number 21/147
- Card RarityRare Holo GX
- IllustratorPLANETA
- Release Date05/08/2017
- SeriesSun & Moon
- Expansion Burning Shadows
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatLegal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraModern
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionJohto
- Generation Generation 2
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Fire
- Health Points190 HP
- Weakness
Lightning ×2
- Resistance
Fighting -20
- Retreat Cost
Colorless ×2
Fire 
Lightning ×2 
Fighting -20 
Attacks
- Sacred Fire
This attack does 50 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
- Phoenix Burn180
This Pokémon can't use Phoenix Burn during your next turn.
- Eternal Flame-GX
Put 3 in any combination of Fire Pokémon-GX or Fire Pokémon-EX from your discard pile onto your Bench. (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)
Rules
- Pokémon-GX rule: When your Pokémon-GX is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Ho-Oh unleashing a powerful blaze of fire from its beak, soaring fiercely against a backdrop of icy mountains and swirling flames that illuminate the intense battle scene.
Playability Overview
Ho-Oh GX offers strong offensive potential and bench recovery but suffers from a high retreat cost and limited Phoenix Burn reuse, making it situational in competitive play.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Fiery LegendsPlace Ho-Oh-GX in the center of a fire-themed page. Its vibrant artwork and striking colors make it a fantastic focal point. Surround it with other Fire-type Pokémon, like Charizard and Entei, to create a powerful and energetic vibe.Additional Binder Suggestions: Volcano / Intense / Bright Red / Legendary Birds / Flame Warriors
