Absol Collector’s Guide: Fusion Strike #164

Character Intro

Absol from the Fusion Strike set is a rare Pokémon card numbered 164. It features 100 HP and a single attack called Slash. A straightforward yet striking addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: E
• Flavor Text: “The elderly call it the disaster Pokémon and detest it, but interest in its power to predict disasters is on the rise.”
• Attacks:
• Drag Off: Switch one of your opponent’s Benched Pokémon with their Active Pokémon and deal 30 damage to the new Active Pokémon (cost: 2 Colorless).
• Slash: Deals 80 damage (cost: 1 Darkness, 2 Colorless).

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Fusion Strike set printing of Absol, card number 164. It is a Basic Pokémon card with no evolutions from previous forms. The card is classified as Rare and features artwork by Eri Yamaki.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Absol card. It can be identified by its set code “swsh8-164” and the Fusion Strike set symbol. The regulation mark “E” is present on the card, and it has no special abilities listed.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This Absol card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its play viability is unknown due to lack of official tournament legality.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface damage. Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures to maintain card integrity.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Fusion Strike: Absol appears as a rare Darkness-type Basic Pokémon with balanced offensive options and a unique attack that disrupts the opponent’s bench. The set emphasizes dynamic gameplay with versatile cards like this Absol, though its tournament legality is currently unknown.