The Carracosta-GX Holo Promo card from the 2017 SM Black Star Promos series, featuring powerful GX mechanics and distinctive collector appeal.
Carracosta-GX
2017 • Pokémon • SM Black Star Promos
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The Carracosta-GX card, designated as SM239, is a notable release from the 2017 SM Black Star Promos series. As a Stage 2 Fighting-type Pokémon, this card appeals to collectors who appreciate the unique design language of promotional releases alongside fans of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. The SM239 identifier marks its specific place within the growing catalog of Pokémon TCG items, distinguishing it from standard set cards. Collectors often seek out SM Black Star Promos cards for their distinct aesthetic and historical context within the Sun & Moon era. This release features Carracosta evolving from Tirtouga, offering a glimpse into the fossil-based mechanics that defined parts of this generation. For investors and hobbyists, the SM239 card represents a tangible piece of Pokémon history, valuable for completing specialized collections or adding depth to a broader portfolio. When evaluating items like the Carracosta-GX, understanding the card's role in the game is essential. Its abilities, such as High Density Armor and the Stone Age-GX attack, highlight the strategic depth that makes these cards enduring favorites. Whether you are building a set or focusing on specific GX variants, this product stands as a significant entry for dedicated enthusiasts looking to expand their holdings with authentic, catalog-verified items.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Carracosta-GX
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Promo
PLANETA Tsuji
Card Stock
English
Holo
250
Fighting
Stage 2
Tirtouga
Grass ×2
4
565
Card Text
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Ability: High Density Armor
If this Pokémon has full HP, it takes 90 less damage from your opponent's attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
Attack: Ground Crush (160)
The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.
Attack: Stone Age-GX
Put any number of Pokémon that evolve from Unidentified Fossil from your discard pile onto your Bench. (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)