Cobalion (Lost Thunder 129) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Cobalion from the Lost Thunder set is a Rare Holo card numbered 129. It boasts 120 HP and features the striking attack Metal Arms. This card offers a solid addition for collectors seeking powerful Steel-type Pokémon.

Quick Facts

• Type: Metal
• Stage: Basic
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: Psychic -20
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Flavor Text: It has a body and heart of steel. It worked with its allies to punish people when they hurt Pokémon.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Sun & Moon series, Lost Thunder set, card number 129. It is a Rare Holo variant featuring two attacks: Guard Press, which reduces damage taken on the next opponent’s turn, and Metal Arms, which deals extra damage if a Pokémon Tool is attached.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code “sm8” and number “129.” The card’s illustration by Kouki Saitou and its holofoil rarity help distinguish it from other Cobalion cards.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its attacks provide defensive and offensive utility, especially when combined with Pokémon Tool cards.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holofoil surface and maintain card condition, store this card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card to keep its value intact.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Lost Thunder (sm8): Introduced Cobalion as a Rare Holo Basic Metal-type Pokémon with solid HP and versatile attacks, emphasizing both defense and enhanced damage with tools.