Aegislash (Forbidden Light 49) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Aegislash from the Forbidden Light set is a Rare card numbered 49. With 150 HP and the attack Draining Blade, it’s a striking addition for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Doublade)
• Retreat Cost: 2 Colorless Energy
• Weakness: Darkness ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -20
• Attacks:
• Ticking Knock Out (1 Colorless): If the Defending Pokémon is damaged by an attack during your next turn, it will be Knocked Out.
• Draining Blade (3 Psychic): Deals 90 damage and heals 30 damage from Aegislash itself.
• Abilities: None
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Flavor Text: “Apparently, it can detect the innate qualities of leadership. According to legend, whoever it recognizes is destined to become king.”
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing of Aegislash appears in the Forbidden Light set (sm6), numbered 49. It is classified as a Rare card and features artwork by Anesaki Dynamic. No release date is specified for this printing.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by its set code “sm6” and card number 49. The card’s Psychic type, Stage 2 subtype, and distinctive attacks help collectors and players recognize it easily.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its unique attack “Ticking Knock Out” offers a strategic knockout condition, while “Draining Blade” provides both offensive power and self-healing, making it tactically versatile in casual play.

Care & Storage Tips

• Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Avoid bending or scratching the card surface.
• Keep in a stable environment to maintain condition and collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Forbidden Light (sm6): This set introduced Aegislash as a Rare Psychic-type Stage 2 Pokémon with a focus on strategic knockout mechanics and self-sustain. The set’s artwork and design emphasize the Pokémon’s legendary status and leadership qualities.