Sophocles – Burning Shadows (sm3-146) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Sophocles is a Rare Ultra Supporter from the Burning Shadows set, numbered 146. Its vibrant, set-matching design makes it a standout piece for collectors focused on high-rarity Trainer cards.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: sm3-146
• Pokémon: Sophocles
• Stage: Supporter
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Subtypes: Supporter
• Series: Sun & Moon
• Set Code: sm3
• Rules: Discard 2 cards from your hand. If you do, draw 4 cards. You may play only 1 Supporter card during your turn (before your attack).

Key Printings

This exact printing of Sophocles appears solely in the Burning Shadows set (set code sm3, card number 146). Classified as a Rare Ultra card, it’s a notable target for collectors prioritizing high-rarity Supporter cards.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identify it by card ID sm3-146 and the illustration by Sanosuke Sakuma. The absence of a regulation mark and unknown release date also help distinguish this printing.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

As a Supporter card, Sophocles trades resources for draw power: discard 2 cards from your hand to draw 4 cards. The standard rule of playing only one Supporter per turn applies.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the card’s Rare Ultra finish and artwork with a sleeve, stored away from sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending and surface wear.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Burning Shadows (sm3): Sophocles debuts as a rare ultra Supporter card with a unique hand-refreshing effect, illustrated by Sanosuke Sakuma. Its gameplay utility and striking design make it a collectible highlight within this set.