Noctowl (HeartGold SoulSilver #8) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Noctowl from the HeartGold SoulSilver set is a Rare Holo card with 90 HP. It features the ability Night Sight and the attack Extrasensory. The artwork captures Noctowl’s nocturnal nature with vivid detail.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Hoothoot)
• Abilities: Night Sight — allows drawing a card once per turn unless affected by a Special Condition
• Attack: Extrasensory — does 40 damage plus 40 more if you have the same number of cards in hand as your opponent
• Weakness: Lightning (×2)
• Resistance: Fighting (-20)
• Retreat Cost: 1

Key Printings

This printing is from the HeartGold SoulSilver set, identified as card number 8. It is a Rare Holo featuring artwork by Suwama Chiaki. No alternate print variants are noted for this card.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants are listed for this Noctowl card. It is identified by the set code “hgss1” and the card ID “hgss1-8.” The card’s market reference query is “Noctowl HeartGold SoulSilver 8.” The regulation mark and release date remain unknown.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its Poké-Power “Night Sight” and the attack “Extrasensory” offer strategic options, but tournament play status is not confirmed.

Care & Storage Tips

• Store in a protective sleeve to preserve the holofoil surface.
• Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Avoid bending or scratching to retain collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• HeartGold SoulSilver: This set features Noctowl as a Rare Holo card with a unique ability and attack that emphasize its nocturnal traits. The set focuses on Pokémon from the Johto region, with detailed artwork and balanced gameplay mechanics.