Rescue Stretcher Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Rescue Stretcher is a Rare Secret card from the Burning Shadows set, numbered 165. With clean, functional artwork that conveys urgent support in battle, it stands out as a notable pickup for collectors focused on Burning Shadows.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: sm3-165
• Stage: Item
• Subtypes: Item
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Evolves From: None
• Types: None
• Weaknesses: None
• Resistances: None

Key Printings

The only known printing of Rescue Stretcher is in Burning Shadows as a Rare Secret card. This version is noted for its clean, practical design and its strong role in recovering Pokémon from the discard pile.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by set code sm3 and card number 165. The credited illustrator is Yoshinobu Saito, a useful detail for verification.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

Rescue Stretcher lets you either put a Pokémon from your discard pile into your hand or shuffle three Pokémon from the discard pile back into your deck. As an Item, you can play any number of Item cards during your turn before attacking, making this a flexible piece in Item-heavy strategies.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the card with a sleeve or toploader, and store it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching—Rare Secret printings like this can be especially sought after by collectors.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Burning Shadows (sm3): The sole set featuring Rescue Stretcher. It supports recovery strategies by recycling Pokémon from the discard pile, and its rarity and utility make it a notable inclusion in Item-focused decks.