Starly Collector’s Guide: Darkness Ablaze #145

Character Intro

Starly is a Common Pokémon from the Darkness Ablaze set, numbered 145. It has 50 HP, features the ability Sky Circus, and has the attack Keen Eye—making it a straightforward yet engaging addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -30
• Regulation Mark: D
• Flavor Text: They flock around mountains and fields, chasing after bug Pokémon. Their singing is noisy and annoying.
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Darkness Ablaze set (set code: swsh3), numbered 145. It is a common card featuring the ability Sky Circus, which allows ignoring Energy costs on attacks if Bird Keeper was played from the hand during the turn. Its attack, Keen Eye, lets you search your deck for up to two cards and add them to your hand.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include its set code (swsh3), number (145), and regulation mark (D). The illustrator is Naoyo Kimura, whose artwork distinctly portrays Starly’s lively character.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its ability and attack provide useful deck searching and energy cost reduction under specific conditions, making it a tactical choice in casual play.

Care & Storage Tips

As a common card, standard protective measures apply: store in a sleeve and keep away from direct sunlight and moisture to preserve the vibrant illustration and card integrity. Avoid bending or heavy handling to maintain collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Darkness Ablaze (swsh3): Introduces Starly as a basic Colorless Pokémon with a unique ability that synergizes with Bird Keeper, emphasizing deck manipulation and energy efficiency. This set highlights Starly’s noisy and persistent nature through both flavor text and artwork.

This guide covers the exact Darkness Ablaze printing of Starly, providing collectors and players with essential details for identification and care.