Shuckle-GX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Shuckle-GX from the Lost Thunder set is a Rare Holo GX card with 170 HP. It features the Ability Protective Shell and the attack Wrap-GX. This card is numbered 17 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic, GX
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Ability: Protective Shell prevents damage from opponent’s Pokémon with 2 or fewer Energy attached.
• Attacks:
• Triple Poison: Poisons opponent’s Active Pokémon with 3 damage counters per turn.
• Wrap-GX: Deals 40 damage and Paralyzes the opponent’s Active Pokémon (limited to one GX attack per game).
• Pokémon-GX rule: When Knocked Out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Print Variants: None listed

Key Printings

The key printing of Shuckle-GX is from the Lost Thunder set (sm8), numbered 17. This is the only known printing and is classified as a Rare Holo GX card.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward by its set code “sm8-17,” rarity, and illustrator 5ban Graphics. The card image can be referenced at /images/sm8/sm8-17.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently listed as legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its Protective Shell Ability and GX attack offer unique strategic options, but players should verify tournament legality before use.

Care & Storage Tips

As a Rare Holo GX card, Shuckle-GX should be stored in protective sleeves and kept away from direct sunlight to preserve its holofoil shine. Avoid bending or exposure to moisture to maintain its condition and collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Lost Thunder (sm8): Introduced Shuckle-GX with its unique Protective Shell ability and potent GX attack, adding a defensive Grass-type option to the set’s diverse lineup. The card’s rarity and artwork by 5ban Graphics make it a notable collectible from this series.