Absol Collector’s Guide: Crown Zenith Rare Holo

Character Intro

Absol from the Crown Zenith set is a Rare Holo card numbered 76. A Basic Darkness-type Pokémon with 100 HP, it features the attacks Slash and Lost Claw. This striking card adds a unique presence to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Attacks:
• Slash (30 damage, costs 1 Darkness energy)
• Lost Claw (70 damage, costs 1 Darkness + 2 Colorless; effect: put a random card from opponent’s hand in the Lost Zone)
• Flavor Text: “Swift as the wind, Absol races through fields and mountains. Its curved, bow-like horn is acutely sensitive to the warning signs of natural disasters.”
• Regulation Mark: F

Key Printings

This card is printed in the Crown Zenith set, identified by the code swsh12pt5-76. It is a Rare Holo variant, featuring holographic foil that highlights Absol’s dark and mysterious nature. The card does not evolve from any other Pokémon, making it a standalone Basic card.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact card. Key identifiers include the set code swsh12pt5, card number 76, and the illustrator Shiburingaru. The card’s Darkness type and unique Lost Claw attack, which disrupts the opponent’s hand by sending a card to the Lost Zone, make it distinctive.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its playability in tournaments is therefore uncertain. The Lost Claw attack offers strategic hand disruption, which could be valuable in casual or specialized formats.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s Rare Holo finish and detailed artwork, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to maintain its collector value. Use a top-loader or binder with individual pockets for optimal protection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Crown Zenith: This set features Absol as a Rare Holo Basic Darkness-type Pokémon with a unique hand disruption attack. The set’s focus on dynamic and vivid artwork is exemplified by Shiburingaru’s illustration of Absol, emphasizing its swift and sensitive nature.