Ultra Ball (Sun Moon 161) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Ultra Ball is a Rare Secret card from the Sun Moon set, numbered 161. Its sleek design and scarcity make it a standout for collectors of this era. As an Item card, it has no attacks or abilities, elevating its appeal purely through utility and collectibility.

Quick Facts

• Card Name: Ultra Ball
• Set: Sun Moon (sm1)
• Card Number: 161
• Rarity: Rare Secret
• Type: Item
• Stage: Item
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Illustrator: Ryo Ueda
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing of Ultra Ball comes from the Sun Moon base set, identified by set code sm1 and card number 161. It features the classic Ultra Ball effect: discard two cards from your hand to search your deck for any Pokémon and add it to your hand. Its Rare Secret rarity makes it a prized pull for collectors.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward via the set code (sm1), card number (161), and Ryo Ueda’s distinctive artwork. As an Item, it has no HP, weaknesses, resistances, or abilities.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

• Rules: Discard two cards from your hand to search your deck for a Pokémon, reveal it, and put it into your hand. Then shuffle your deck. You may play as many Item cards as you like during your turn before attacking.
• Guidance: Because its legality status is unknown, consult current tournament guidelines before play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve condition, use a protective sleeve and keep the card away from direct sunlight and moisture. A rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets helps prevent edge wear and surface scratches. Handle by the edges to avoid fingerprints.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Sun Moon (sm1): Debut of this Ultra Ball as a Rare Secret, pairing a clean design with essential deck-search functionality—an anchor piece for Sun Moon era collectors.
• Other Sets: Unknown for this exact printing.