Are GX or ex cards better?
These Pokémon cards, which literally say “EX” or “GX” right on them (beside the character name), are more powerful and have cooler illustrations.
What do EX and GX stand for?
“Giga” is the next metric prefix (it means billion). GX is meant to: Denote the next level of power after Mega (Giga comes after Mega) Establish ties with the existing EX mechanic (It’s GX not Giga Ex and functions like EX)
Is Shadow Lugia GX a real card?
Shadow Lugia (Japanese: ダーク・ルギア Dark Lugia) is a Psychic-type Basic Pokémon card. It was released as a promotional card.
Are Pokemon ex cards legal?
Legal cards from rotated sets
Thus, older versions of Rare Candy, even those from rotated sets like EX Sandstorm and Great Encounters, are still legal cards. Similarly, basic Energy cards from all sets are still allowed in tournament play.