Gumshoos-GX

Gumshoos-GX was introduced as part of the Pokémon Sun & Moon expansion, released in early 2017. As the first major expansion of the seventh generation of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, it marked a significant shift in design, introducing the GX mechanic which allowed for powerful attacks and abilities while functioning similarly to the previous generation's EX cards. This specific version, numbered 157/149, is a Secret Rare variant featuring a rainbow-hued, textured holographic foil finish that distinguishes it from the standard GX card.

The card was illustrated by 5ban Graphics, a collective often responsible for the 3D-modeled aesthetic seen on many GX-era cards. The design leans into the gumshoe detective motif of the Gumshoos character, emphasizing its sharp, observational stance. Upon release, the Rainbow Rare variant became a highly sought-after chase card for collectors, serving as a prime example of the expansion's focus on high-rarity alternate aesthetic treatments that defined the Sun & Moon era of the hobby.