Lost Thunder·#224·2018
Genesect is a formidable Bug-Steel type Mythical Pokémon, originally introduced in Generation V, known for its unique cannon on its back and its history as an ancient predator revived and technologically enhanced by Team Plasma. This card, Genesect GX from the 2018 Lost Thunder (SM8) set, is a highly sought-after Secret Rare Rainbow variant, distinguished by its vibrant full-art design and powerful GX attack. Here, you'll discover comprehensive Pokédex lore, detailed breakdowns of its attacks, energy costs, weakness, and its fascinating edition history.
Read more ↓Genesect is a unique Bug and Steel type Mythical Pokémon, first introduced in Generation V with the release of Pokémon Black and White. It is not known to evolve from or into any other Pokémon, standing as a singular, powerful entity. Lore suggests Genesect was an ancient predator, considered the strongest of its kind 300 million years ago, before being revived and technologically enhanced by Team Plasma. They fitted it with a cannon on its back and modified its moves, turning it into a formidable weapon. This technological enhancement is represented in its signature ability, Download, which boosts its attack based on the opponent's lowest defensive stat, and its various Drives (Burn, Douse, Shock, Chill) that change the type of its signature move, Techno Blast. In the games, Genesect is a powerful special attacker with high speed, making it a valuable asset in competitive play. In the anime, Genesect has been featured prominently, particularly in the movie "Genesect and the Legend Awakened," where a group of five Genesect, including a special Red Genesect, pose a threat to New Tork City and clash with Mewtwo. Its sleek, metallic design and fascinating backstory, blending ancient biology with futuristic technology, have made it a fan favorite and a culturally significant Pokémon, representing the intersection of nature and scientific intervention within the Pokémon world.
Last updated: April 11, 2026
