Lunatone (Burning Shadows 68) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Lunatone from the Burning Shadows set is an uncommon Pokémon card with 90 HP. It features the intriguing Heal Block ability and the attack Lunar Blast. This card is numbered 68 in the set.

Quick Facts

• HP: 90
• Type: Fighting
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Ability: Heal Block — Prevents healing for all Pokémon if Solrock is in play
• Attack: Lunar Blast — 30 damage, costs Fighting + Colorless energy
• Flavor Text: “Because it turns active on nights of the full moon, it is said to have some link to the lunar phases.”
• Illustrator: Shin Nagasawa
• Stage: Basic
• Subtypes: Basic
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Release Date: Unknown
• Legal Status: unknown
• Image:

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the exact printing of Lunatone from the Burning Shadows set, card number 68. It is an Uncommon rarity card illustrated by Shin Nagasawa. No alternate printings or promotional versions are noted.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward via its set code “sm3” and card number “68.” The Fighting type and Heal Block ability are distinctive features.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to available data. Its Heal Block ability can disrupt healing strategies, especially when paired with Solrock, making it a tactical choice in casual or themed play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity and detailed illustration by Shin Nagasawa, maintaining its surface and edges will help retain collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Burning Shadows (sm3): Lunatone appears as a Basic Fighting-type Pokémon with a unique Heal Block ability and a moderate Lunar Blast attack. This set showcases it as an intriguing choice for collectors interested in moon-themed Pokémon and strategic abilities.

This card remains a solid collectible for fans of the Sun & Moon series and those intrigued by Pokémon with lunar lore.