The Charizard & Braixen-GX promo card (SM230) from the 2017 SM Black Star Promos series brings a powerful Fire-type duo to the Pokémon Trading Card Game with a distinctive holo finish.
Charizard & Braixen-GX
2017 • Pokémon • SM Black Star Promos
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Released in 2017 as part of the SM Black Star Promos collection, the Charizard & Braixen-GX card (SM230) represents a unique collaboration between two iconic Fire-type Pokémon. Designed by Kagemaru Himeno, this promotional release features a striking holo treatment that highlights the dynamic energy of the duo. As a Basic Pokémon card with 270 HP, it serves as a formidable presence in the Pokémon Trading Card Game, appealing to collectors who appreciate high-impact promotional designs. The card’s gameplay revolves around its powerful attacks, including Brilliant Flare and the Crimson Flame Pillar-GX ability. These mechanics allow players to search their deck for multiple cards and attach energy from the discard pile, offering strategic depth that resonates with both competitive players and hobbyists. The SM230 designation identifies this promo within the broader SM Black Star Promos subset, making it a notable addition for those tracking promotional variants from the Sun & Moon era. For collectors, this product offers a blend of nostalgic character appeal and modern TCG mechanics. The holo finish adds visual distinction, while the inclusion of both Charizard and Braixen on a single card creates a compelling piece for set builders and character enthusiasts. Whether used in gameplay or displayed as a collectible, the Charizard & Braixen-GX promo remains a significant entry in the 2017 Pokémon TCG catalog.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Charizard & Braixen-GX
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Promo
Kagemaru Himeno
Card Stock
English
Holo
270
Fire
Basic
Water ×2
3
6, 654
Card Text
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Attack: Brilliant Flare (180)
You may search your deck for up to 3 cards and put them into your hand. Then, shuffle your deck.
Attack: Crimson Flame Pillar-GX
Attach 5 basic Energy cards from your discard pile to your Pokémon in any way you like. If this Pokémon has at least 1 extra Energy attached to it (in addition to this attack's cost), your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Burned and Confused. (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)