Noctowl (Unified Minds 166) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Noctowl from the Unified Minds set is an Uncommon card with 90 HP. It features the striking attack Slashing Claw, adding a dynamic edge to gameplay. This card is numbered 166 in the set, making it a notable addition for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Hoothoot)
• Weakness: Lightning (×2)
• Resistance: Fighting (-20)
• Retreat Cost: 1

Key Printings

This exact printing of Noctowl appears in the Sun & Moon series set “Unified Minds” with the set code sm11-166. It is an Uncommon card featuring two attacks:
– “Blindside,” which targets opponent’s damaged Pokémon
– “Slashing Claw,” dealing 60 damage

No abilities are present on this card.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include its card number 166 in the Unified Minds set and the artwork by Tomokazu Komiya. The card’s image can be referenced at: /images/sm11/sm11-166.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality status: unknown.
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• No additional tournament or play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially since the card’s artwork and text are key to its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Unified Minds (sm11): This set features Noctowl as a solid Stage 1 Colorless-type Pokémon with a focus on tactical attacks like “Blindside” and “Slashing Claw.” It fits well into decks requiring moderate HP and versatile attack options. The set’s overall theme blends psychic and fighting types, with Noctowl adding a unique nocturnal flair.