Zubat Collector’s Guide: Silver Tempest #103

Character Intro

Zubat is a common Pokémon card from the Silver Tempest set, numbered 103. It has a modest 40 HP and features the straightforward attack Bite. This card offers a simple yet classic addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Basic
• Attack: Bite (10 damage, costs 1 Darkness energy)
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Flavor Text: It emits ultrasonic waves from its mouth to check its surroundings. Even in tight caves, Zubat flies around with skill.
• Regulation Mark: F
• Abilities: None

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Sword & Shield series, set code swsh12, titled Silver Tempest. It is card number 103 and classified as Common rarity. The card is illustrated by Shigenori Negishi, whose art emphasizes Zubat’s echolocation abilities in cave environments.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include the set code swsh12 and the regulation mark F. The card’s market reference query is “Zubat Silver Tempest 103.” The image for this printing can be found at: /images/swsh12/swsh12-103.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Its simple attack and low HP suggest it is more suited for casual play or collection rather than competitive use.

Care & Storage Tips

As a common card with no special variants, standard protective sleeves and storage in a binder or card box are recommended to preserve its condition. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and moisture to maintain the vibrant artwork by Shigenori Negishi.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Silver Tempest (swsh12): Introduced Zubat as a straightforward Darkness-type Basic Pokémon with a single attack, Bite, emphasizing simplicity and thematic cave navigation. This set adds a reliable common card for collectors focusing on the Sword & Shield era.

This guide covers the exact printing of Zubat from Silver Tempest #103, providing collectors with essential details for identification and care.