Moltres (Team Up 19) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Moltres from the Team Up set is a Rare Holo card numbered 19. This fiery Pokémon boasts 120 HP and features the powerful attack Fire Spin. Its vivid design captures the essence of its blazing nature.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fire
• Stage: Basic
• Weakness: Lightning (×2)
• Resistance: Fighting (-20)
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Flavor Text: “It is said to be the legendary bird Pokémon of fire. Every flap of its wings creates a dazzling flare of flames.”

Key Printings

This exact printing of Moltres appears in the Sun & Moon Team Up expansion, identified by set code sm9 and card number 19. It is a Rare Holo card featuring two Fire-type attacks:

• Top Burner: Discards Fire Energy to mill the opponent’s deck.
• Fire Spin: A powerful 180-damage attack that requires discarding three Energy cards.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include:
– Illustrator: Shin Nagasawa
– Card number: 19
– Rarity: Rare Holo (Team Up)
– Image reference: /images/sm9/sm9-19.jpg

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats based on available data. Players should verify tournament rules before use.

Care & Storage Tips

• Store in a protective sleeve to preserve the holofoil and artwork.
• Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface damage.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Up (sm9): This set features a variety of Pokémon from different types and generations, with Moltres standing out as a powerful Fire-type Basic Pokémon. The set is known for its diverse card pool and strategic gameplay options. The exact release date of this set is unknown.