Golbat (Battle Styles 90) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Golbat from the Battle Styles set is an Uncommon Stage 1 Darkness-type, card number 90. With 80 HP, the ability Discreet Draw adds strategic depth by providing card flow on evolution, while Air Slash offers a straightforward offensive option. A clean blend of utility and simplicity for collectors and casual players alike.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Zubat)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: E
• Flavor Text: They can suck down over 10 ounces of blood in one go. They have been known to drink so much blood that they can no longer fly.
• Image URL: /images/swsh5/swsh5-90.jpg

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Battle Styles set, card number 90, classified as Uncommon.

Ability — Discreet Draw

When you evolve a Pokémon from your hand during your turn, draw 2 cards.

Attack — Air Slash

Deals 50 damage. Discard an Energy from Golbat.

Variants & Identifiers

• No known print variants for this card.
• Set code: “swsh5”
• Regulation mark: “E”
• Market reference query: “Golbat Battle Styles 90”

Legality & Play Notes

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

Its ability to draw cards upon evolution and a moderate-damage attack make it a strategic choice in casual play, though official tournament use is not confirmed.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve, away from direct sunlight and moisture. As an Uncommon with detailed artwork by sui, keeping edges and surface clean will help preserve condition and appeal.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Battle Styles: Features Golbat as a Darkness-type Stage 1 with a useful evolution ability and a solid attack. It fits well into decks focusing on energy management and card draw, though its tournament legality is unknown.