Set Overview
Crimson Invasion, released in November 2017, is built around the Ultra Beasts. It carries Pokémon-GX and Full Art cards.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Release Date | November 3, 2017 (English) |
| Publisher | The Pokémon Company |
| Total Cards | 111 numbered + 14 secret rares |
| Pokémon-GX | 9 cards |
| Full Art | 11 cards |
| Rainbow Rares | 8 cards |
| Secret Rares | 5 cards |
| Key Chase Card | Gyarados-GX 112/111, Alolan Golem-GX 113/111 |
About the Set
Crimson Invasion, released in November 2017, is built around the Ultra Beasts. It carries Pokémon-GX and Full Art cards.
How to identify it: numbered cards read N/111. Secret rares are numbered above the total (112/111 onward).
Rarities & Chase Cards
SM Crimson Invasion had a single English print run. The chase cards are its Pokémon-GX and secret rares.
Complete Card Gallery
All 125 cards from SM Crimson Invasion. Click any card to view it full size — use the arrow keys (or swipe) to move through the set.
Key Cards
The cards below lead SM Crimson Invasion on the secondary market.
| Card | Name | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
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Gyarados-GX 112/111 Rainbow Rare | A rainbow rare card and one of Crimson Invasion’s headline pulls. |
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Alolan Golem-GX 113/111 Rainbow Rare | A rainbow rare card and one of Crimson Invasion’s headline pulls. |
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Nihilego-GX 114/111 Rainbow Rare | A rainbow rare card and one of Crimson Invasion’s headline pulls. |
Promo Cards
The SM Black Star Promos ran alongside the era’s expansions.
Black Star Promos use their own numbering and carry a black star where a set symbol would be.
Collecting & Where to Buy
SM Crimson Invasion is out of print and trades on the secondary market. Common singles are inexpensive, while the Pokémon-GX, Full Art and secret rares carry the strongest premiums.
Collector tip: the Full Art and secret cards are the prize — check borders and surface closely on any graded copy.
Note: external links are provided for reference only. Always confirm a card's printing, condition and authenticity before purchasing.

