Xerneas gx – Forbidden Light (#90)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Xerneas gx (#90) is a Rare Holo Gx card from Sun & Moon - Forbidden Light released in 2018. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Overrun attack (20 damage), This attack does 20 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $6.17, Cardmarket average sale is €6.87, Floor listings start near €2.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $6.17
- Cardmarket trend price: €6.57
- Recent low listing: €2.50
Card Details
- Set
- Forbidden Light
- Card Number
- 90
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Gx
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 180
- Type
- ✨ Fairy
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Resistances
- Darkness -20
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Overrun
[Colorless]
— 20
This attack does 20 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) -
Aurora Horns
[Fairy, Fairy, Colorless]
— 120
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (40.0 per energy). -
Sanctuary-GX
[Fairy, Fairy, Colorless]
Move all damage counters from each of your Pokémon to your opponent's Active Pokémon. (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Xerneas gx from Forbidden Light (Rare Holo Gx) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Xerneas gx 90 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Xerneas gx's Overrun deals 20 damage for Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 20 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resist...
Stats Overview: 180 HP • Fairy Type • Weak to Metal ×2 • Resistant to Darkness -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forbidden Light #90 ← Current | 180 | 3 attacks | Rare Holo Gx | $6.17 |
�📦 Forbidden Light Set Context
This Xerneas gx is part of the Forbidden Light expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Xerneas gx card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Rare Holo Gx cards from Forbidden Light are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by 5ban Graphics resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fairy typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Xerneas gx 90 was released in 2018 in the Forbidden Light expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Forbidden Light represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fairy type Pokémon like Xerneas gx with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Xerneas gx card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Fairy energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Xerneas gx works best in Fairy type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.