Bodybuilding Dumbbells Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Bodybuilding Dumbbells is a Rare Secret card from the Burning Shadows set, numbered 161. Its strength-training theme and striking design make it a distinctive addition for collectors and a standout within the set.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: sm3-161
• Stage: Pokémon Tool
• Retreat Cost: 0
• No listed types, weaknesses, or resistances
• No abilities or attacks
• Rules: Attach to a Stage 1 Pokémon without a Pokémon Tool; grants +40 HP to that Pokémon; allows playing multiple Item cards per turn before attacking

Key Printings

The only known printing of Bodybuilding Dumbbells is from the Burning Shadows expansion, identified by the set code sm3 and card number 161. This rare secret card stands out for its supportive effect in gameplay, enhancing a Stage 1 Pokémon’s durability.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by its rarity as a Rare Secret and the illustrator Eske Yoshinob. The card’s regulation mark and release date remain unknown.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. It functions as a Pokémon Tool that can be attached only to Stage 1 Pokémon without an existing Pokémon Tool, boosting their HP by 40 and enabling the player to play multiple Item cards during their turn before attacking.

Care & Storage Tips

As a rare secret card, Bodybuilding Dumbbells should be stored in a protective sleeve and kept away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to preserve condition and collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Burning Shadows (sm3): Introduced Bodybuilding Dumbbells as a rare secret Pokémon Tool card, enhancing Stage 1 Pokémon with additional HP and strategic flexibility in item usage.