Ho-Oh (Lost Thunder 160) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Ho-Oh from the Lost Thunder set is a Rare card numbered 160 with 130 HP. Featuring the attack Rainbow Burn, it adds a dynamic edge to gameplay, and its striking design makes it a notable addition for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Lightning (×2)
• Resistance: Fighting (-20)
• Attack: Rainbow Burn — does 30+ damage, with 30 more damage for each type of basic Energy attached to Ho-Oh
• Flavor Text: “It will reveal itself before a pure-hearted Trainer by shining its bright, rainbow-colored wings.”
• Evolves From: None

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Lost Thunder set (sm8), numbered 160, and classified as a Rare card. It has no abilities and a single attack, Rainbow Burn, which scales based on the variety of basic Energy attached.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include the set code “sm8,” card number 160, and illustrator Aya Kusube. The card’s subtype is Basic, and it is a Colorless-type Pokémon.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
  No additional tournament or play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork and maintain card condition, store this card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to keep the card’s value intact.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Lost Thunder (sm8): This set includes Ho-Oh as a powerful Basic Colorless Pokémon with a unique damage-scaling attack. The set is known for its diverse range of Pokémon and strategic gameplay options. The exact release date of this card is unknown.