Quilava Collector’s Guide: Lost Thunder (sm8-41)

Character Intro

Quilava (Lost Thunder 41) is an Uncommon Stage 1 Fire-type with 90 HP. Its headline attack is Super Singe, making it a lively pickup for Sun & Moon–era Fire collections.

Quick Facts

• HP: 90
• Type: Fire
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Cyndaquil)
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Attacks:
• Hammer In (30 damage, 2 Colorless energy)
• Super Singe (60 damage, 3 Fire energy; burns opponent’s Active Pokémon)
• Flavor Text: “Be careful if it turns its back during battle. It means that it will attack with the fire on its back.”
• Illustrator: Miki Tanaka
• Image URL: /images/sm8/sm8-41.jpg

Key Printings

From the Sun & Moon series’ Lost Thunder set (sm8). Uncommon rarity with no special print variants. The card’s regulation mark and release date are unknown.

Variants & Identifiers

No known print variants for this exact printing. Identify it by set code sm8 and card number 41. Fire-type Stage 1 Pokémon with illustration by Miki Tanaka.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• According to the provided data, this card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No additional tournament or play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the vivid artwork and condition by storing the card in a sleeve, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching to preserve its Uncommon value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Lost Thunder (sm8): Includes this Quilava as a solid Stage 1 Fire-type option with balanced HP and useful attacks, including a burn effect. It fits well into collections focusing on the Sun & Moon era and Fire-type Pokémon.