Palkia-GX

Description

Palkia-GX, numbered 20 in the 2018 Pokémon Forbidden Light expansion, stands as a formidable presence in the Pokémon Trading Card Game. Crafted by 5ban Graphics, this Basic Water-type Pokémon features 180 HP and offers a blend of strategic resource management and high-impact offense. The gameplay mechanics of Palkia-GX are centered around versatility. Its primary attack, Water Spatial Control, allows the trainer to move any number of Energy cards from Benched Pokémon to this one. This ability provides significant flexibility in resource allocation, enabling players to power up attacks or support other team members efficiently. The follow-up attack, Hydro Pressure, deals base damage plus an additional 20 damage for each Water Energy attached, rewarding players who have successfully utilized their spatial control capabilities. The most distinctive feature of this card is its GX attack, Zero Vanish-GX. This powerful move deals 150 damage but requires shuffling all Energy from each of the opponent's Pokémon back into their deck. This effect can completely disrupt an opponent's strategy, making Palkia-GX a dangerous threat in competitive play. As a GX attack, it can only be used once per game, adding a layer of strategic decision-making to its deployment. Palkia-GX is a Rare Holo card, denoting its status within the set's hierarchy. Its inclusion in the Forbidden Light series highlights the powerful Pokémon that guard the boundaries of space. Whether you are building a deck around its unique energy manipulation or simply adding a high-value card to your binder, Palkia-GX represents a key piece of Pokémon history from the Sun & Moon era. The card's enduring popularity ensures it remains a staple for enthusiasts of the franchise.