Xerneas-GX 126 / 131 Pokemon Card from Forbidden Light Set
Xerneas-GX is a Basic Fairy-type Pokémon card with 180 HP. It is part of the Forbidden Light set from the Sun & Moon series and features artwork by 5ban…
Set: Forbidden Light
Number: 126/131
Rarity: Rare Ultra
Set
About the Xerneas-GX Pokémon Card
Xerneas-GX is a Fairy-type Pokémon card with 180 HP from the Forbidden Light set, part of the Sun & Moon series. It carries the collector number 126/131 and is classified as Rare Ultra. The Forbidden Light set was released on May 4, 2018.
Xerneas-GX Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Xerneas-GX
Card number: 126/131
Set: Forbidden Light
Series: Sun & Moon
Rarity: Rare Ultra
Subtypes: Basic, GX
Type: Fairy
HP: 180
Artist: 5ban Graphics
Release date: May 4, 2018
National Pokédex number: 716
Why Collect the Xerneas-GX Pokémon Card?
Xerneas-GX sits at a higher rarity tier, which makes it the kind of card collectors build sets around and use as a display piece. Well-centred, high-grade copies are the most desirable. For collectors completing the Forbidden Light set, a card like this is often a centrepiece.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Xerneas-GX Pokémon Card
Xerneas-GX was illustrated by 5ban Graphics.
For Rare Ultra cards, the illustration is a major part of the appeal, and the artwork is one of the main reasons collectors seek these cards out.
Market Price and Value of the Xerneas-GX Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Xerneas-GX is about
4.44. Recent listings range from roughly 6.00 (low) to 56 (high), with a mid-point near $75.00. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.
For context, the Forbidden Light set has a median card value near
.17 and an average near $8.80, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +31% over the last 7 days and +25% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Forbidden Light set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Xerneas-GX Pokémon Card
Whether Xerneas-GX is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
PSA has graded 339 copies of this card, of which 156 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 46.0%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
How Rare Is the Xerneas-GX Pokémon Card?
Rare Ultra cards such as Xerneas-GX are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 339 copies to date.
Other Printings of Xerneas-GX
Xerneas-GX appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Forbidden Light 139 (around $62.37) and Forbidden Light 90 (around $9.07).
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Xerneas-GX Pokémon Card
The Xerneas-GX pokémon card is a Rare Ultra card from the Forbidden Light set (Sun & Moon series). As a higher-rarity chase card, it appeals to collectors building a complete set or focusing on standout artwork. Its current aggregated market price is about
4.44; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Xerneas-GX card from?
Xerneas-GX is from the Forbidden Light set (Sun & Moon series), numbered 126/131 with the Rare Ultra rarity.
What rarity is the Xerneas-GX card?
Xerneas-GX is classified as Rare Ultra.
How much is the Xerneas-GX 126/131 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
4.44, within a recent range of roughly 6.00 to 56. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Xerneas-GX card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 339 copies so far, with about 46.0% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Xerneas-GX?
PSA has graded 339 copies, of which 156 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 46.0%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Xerneas-GX card?
Rare Ultra cards such as Xerneas-GX are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
When was the Forbidden Light set released?
The Forbidden Light set was released on May 4, 2018.
Are there other printings of Xerneas-GX?
Yes. Xerneas-GX appears on 2 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
