Snom (Temporal Forces 168) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Snom from the Temporal Forces set is a delicate Pokémon card numbered 168. This Illustration Rare features 50 HP and a single attack, Powder Snow. Its artwork stands out with intricate details that capture Snom’s frosty charm.

Quick Facts

Card Stats

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Metal ×2
• Attack: Powder Snow – Deals 10 damage and causes the opponent’s Active Pokémon to fall Asleep.
• Regulation Mark: H
• Flavor Text: “It eats snow that has accumulated on the ground. It prefers soft, freshly fallen snow, so it will eat its way up a mountain, aiming for the peak.”
• Illustrator: N-DESIGN Inc.
• Card Number: 168
• Set Code: sv5
• Set Name: Temporal Forces
• Rarity: Illustration Rare
• Evolves From: None

Key Printings

This exact printing of Snom is from the Temporal Forces set, identified by card number 168 and marked as an Illustration Rare. It features a distinctive illustration style by N-DESIGN Inc. and is part of the Scarlet & Violet series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its Water type, Basic stage, and the unique Powder Snow attack that inflicts Sleep status. The card’s regulation mark is H, and it carries the rarity designation of Illustration Rare.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant illustration and maintain the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Illustration Rare rarity, careful handling is recommended to avoid edge wear and surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Temporal Forces (sv5): This set includes the Snom card as a Basic Water-type Pokémon with a unique status-inflicting attack. The set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series and features a variety of Pokémon with diverse abilities and artwork styles. The release date for this set is unknown.