Malamar (Obsidian Flames 138) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Malamar (Obsidian Flames 138) is an Uncommon Stage 1 Darkness-type Pokémon with 120 HP. Its ability, Psychic Insight, gives visibility into the top of both decks, while Hypnotic Ray hits for 90 damage and puts the opponent’s Active Pokémon to Sleep—offering strategic depth for collectors and players alike.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Inkay)
• Ability: Psychic Insight – Look at the top card of your opponent’s deck once per turn, then look at your own top card.
• Attack: Hypnotic Ray – 90 damage; puts the opponent’s Active Pokémon to Sleep.
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Regulation Mark: G
• Flavor Text: “It’s said that Malamar’s hypnotic powers played a role in certain history-changing events.”
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Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Obsidian Flames set as card number 138. It is an Uncommon rarity illustrated by Nelnal. The release date for this set is unknown.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is uniquely identified by set code “sv3” and card number 138. The regulation mark “G” denotes legality and rotation status.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently listed as legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players should verify tournament legality before use.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vivid artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface damage.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Obsidian Flames (sv3): Features Malamar as a strategic Darkness-type Stage 1 with an ability that reveals the top of both decks, paired with a sleep-inducing 90-damage attack. The set’s artwork and design emphasize Malamar’s hypnotic, mysterious nature.