Thundurus Collector’s Guide: Obsidian Flames #70

Character Intro

Thundurus from Obsidian Flames (#70) is a Rare Basic Lightning-type with 110 HP. It features the ability Adverse Weather and the high-damage attack Gigantic Bolt, making it a dynamic addition to a collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Ability: Adverse Weather — Prevents damage to your Benched Pokémon from opponent’s attacks while Thundurus is Active.
• Attack: Gigantic Bolt — Deals 140 damage but also 90 damage to itself.
• Flavor Text: As it flies around, it shoots lightning all over the place and causes forest fires. It is therefore disliked.
• Regulation Mark: G
• Print Variants: None listed
• Image URL: /images/sv3/sv3-70.jpg

Key Printings

The only known printing of this Thundurus is Obsidian Flames #70; it is Rare with no evolutions or alternate print variants documented.

Variants & Identifiers

No known print variants or alternate artworks. Identified by set code “sv3-70” with regulation mark “G.” Illustrator: GOSSAN.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown. This card is not currently listed as legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the artwork and condition by storing in a sleeve and keeping it away from sunlight and moisture. A top-loader or binder is recommended for long-term collection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Obsidian Flames (sv3): Features the Adverse Weather ability and the powerful—but self-damaging—Gigantic Bolt. A Basic Lightning-type with flavor text highlighting its destructive tendencies.