The Shuckle-GX (17/159) from Pokémon's 2018 Lost Thunder expansion is a sought-after Rare Holo GX card known for its versatile defensive and disruptive capabilities.
Shuckle-GX
2018 • Pokémon • Lost Thunder
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Released in 2018 as part of the Lost Thunder expansion, Shuckle-GX (card number 17) represents a unique strategic option within the Pokémon Trading Card Game. This Basic Grass-type Pokémon features 170 HP and is distinguished by its GX treatment, a hallmark of the era that allows for a powerful once-per-game ability. The card’s design emphasizes its defensive nature, allowing collectors to appreciate both its mechanical utility and its place in the set's evolving roster. For dedicated players and set builders, Shuckle-GX offers significant value through its dual-action potential. Its Protective Shell ability provides crucial protection against weaker attackers, while the Colorless Wrap-GX attack can disrupt an opponent's strategy by inducing paralysis. This combination makes it a favorite among collectors who appreciate cards that blend thematic character design with robust gameplay mechanics. The Rare Holo finish adds to its visual appeal, making it a standout piece for those completing the Lost Thunder collection or seeking to enhance their Grass-type strategies. Whether used in competitive play or kept as a display piece, this card captures the innovative spirit of the 2018 TCG landscape.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Shuckle-GX
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Rare Holo Gx
5ban Graphics
Card Stock
English
Holo
170
Grass
Basic
Fire ×2
1
213
Card Text
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Ability: Protective Shell
Prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks from your opponent's Pokémon that have 2 or fewer Energy attached to them.
Attack: Triple Poison
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Poisoned. Put 3 damage counters instead of 1 on that Pokémon between turns.
Attack: Wrap-GX (40)
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed. (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)