Gastly (Temporal Forces 177) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Gastly from the Temporal Forces set is card number 177 with 60 HP. This Illustration Rare features the attack Suffocating Gas and showcases a vividly ghostly presence that makes it a standout collectible.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Attacks:
• Mysterious Beam: Flip a coin; if heads, discard an Energy from your opponent’s Active Pokémon.
• Suffocating Gas: Deals 30 damage.
• Flavor Text: It wraps its opponent in its gas-like body, slowly weakening its prey by poisoning it through the skin.
• Regulation Mark: H
• Set Code: sv5
• Card ID: sv5-177
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing of Gastly appears in the Temporal Forces set as card number 177. It is classified as an Illustration Rare, a rarity tier that highlights unique artwork rather than gameplay mechanics. The card does not evolve from any other Pokémon, emphasizing its Basic stage status.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward via its set code (sv5), card number (177), and illustrator (Mousho). The Darkness type and Illustration Rare rarity further distinguish it within the Temporal Forces set.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its attacks offer a mix of disruption and damage, with Mysterious Beam potentially discarding opponent Energy and Suffocating Gas dealing consistent damage.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid illustration and maintain condition, store this Gastly in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Illustration Rare status, handle with clean hands and avoid bending or scratching to retain collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Temporal Forces: This set introduces Gastly as a Basic Darkness-type with a unique Illustration Rare print. The card’s design and attacks emphasize its ghostly, poisonous nature, fitting well into the set’s thematic elements. Release date is unknown.