Island Challenge Amulet (Cosmic Eclipse 265) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Island Challenge Amulet is a Rare Secret card from the Cosmic Eclipse set, numbered 265. Its evocative name suggests island adventures, and its scarcity plus distinctive role within the set make it a standout in any collection.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: sm12-265
• Stage: Pokémon Tool
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Series: sun_moon
• Set Code: sm12
• Subtypes: Pokémon Tool
• Pokémon: Island Challenge Amulet
• Illustrator: sadaji

Key Printings

Printed exclusively as a Rare Secret in Cosmic Eclipse, this Pokémon Tool has no evolutions, alternate printings, or documented reprints.

Variants & Identifiers

No known print variants exist. Identification is straightforward via set code sm12-265 and its unique status as a Pokémon Tool card with no HP or attacks.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

• Attachment: Can be attached to a Pokémon that does not already have a Pokémon Tool.
• Effect: Reduces that Pokémon-GX or Pokémon-EX’s HP by 100.
• Prize Modification: When the attached Pokémon is knocked out by an opponent’s attack, the opponent takes one fewer Prize card.
• Item Rule: Players may play as many Item cards as they like during their turn before attacking.

Care & Storage Tips

As a Rare Secret, store Island Challenge Amulet in a protective sleeve, away from direct sunlight and moisture. For long-term preservation, consider a top-loader or a binder with rigid pages.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Cosmic Eclipse (sm12): Introduced as a Rare Secret Pokémon Tool, Island Challenge Amulet adds strategic depth by modifying Prize card rewards and HP for Pokémon-GX or Pokémon-EX. Its unique gameplay effect and striking illustration by sadaji make it a notable inclusion in the set.