Steven’s Baltoy Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Steven’s Baltoy is a Common Pokémon card from the Destined Rivals set, numbered 83. It features 60 HP and a single attack called Psychic Sphere. This card offers a straightforward addition to any collection focused on Psychic-type Pokémon.

Quick Facts

• HP: 60
• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Darkness ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -30
• Flavor Text: “It was discovered in ancient ruins. While moving, it constantly spins. It stands on one foot even when asleep.”
• Illustrator: Tonji Matsuno

Key Printings

The key printing of Steven’s Baltoy appears in the Scarlet & Violet expansion “Destined Rivals” as card number 83. This Common rarity card features two attacks: “Summoning Sign,” which allows you to search your deck for up to 2 Basic Steven’s Pokémon and place them on your Bench, and “Psychic Sphere,” which deals 20 damage for a Psychic energy cost.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code “sv10” and the regulation mark “I.” The card is a Basic Pokémon with the subtype “Basic” and is visually distinguished by the artwork of Tonji Matsuno.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is currently not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its play viability and tournament presence are therefore uncertain.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain card condition, store Steven’s Baltoy in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Common rarity, it is accessible but still benefits from careful handling to retain collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Destined Rivals (sv10): Steven’s Baltoy makes its debut here, showcasing its unique abilities and ancient-themed flavor text. It fits well into Psychic-type decks that focus on synergy with Steven’s Pokémon, thanks to its “Summoning Sign” attack.