Tapu Lele Collector’s Guide: Lost Thunder (sm8-150)

Character Intro

Tapu Lele from the Lost Thunder set is a Rare Holo card numbered 150. It features 110 HP and the ability Charmed Charm, complemented by the attack Magical Shot. This card offers a striking addition to any collection with its elegant design and strategic potential.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fairy
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Metal ×2
• Resistance: Darkness -20
• Ability: Charmed Charm — Attaching a Pokémon Tool card named “Fairy Charm” may confuse the opponent’s Active Pokémon.
• Attack: Magical Shot — Deals 70 damage with a cost of Fairy + 2 Colorless energy.
• Flavor Text: “As it flutters about, it scatters its strangely glowing scales. Touching them is said to restore good health on the spot.”
• Set Code: sm8
• Series: Sun & Moon

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Lost Thunder set printing of Tapu Lele, card number 150, which is a Rare Holo variant. No other printings or reprints are noted for this exact card.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward by its set code sm8, card number 150, and the illustrator Mizue’s artwork. The holofoil finish and rarity symbol confirm its Rare Holo status.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its ability and attack provide strategic value in casual play, especially when combined with Pokémon Tool cards named “Fairy Charm.”

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holofoil sheen and the delicate artwork by Mizue, store this card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Lost Thunder (sm8): This set introduced Tapu Lele as a Rare Holo Basic Pokémon with a unique ability that synergizes with Fairy Charm tools. It stands out for its elegant design and moderate HP, fitting well into Fairy-type themed decks.