Aether Foundation Employee (Lost Thunder 168) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Aether Foundation Employee is an Uncommon Trainer card from Lost Thunder, numbered 168. Representing a key figure within the Aether Foundation, it adds thematic depth to collections and supports strategy without relying on attacks or abilities.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: sm8-168
• Stage: Supporter
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Types: None specified
• Weaknesses/Resistances: None specified
• Evolves From: None
• Rules: “Put 3 Pokémon that have ‘Alolan’ in their names from your discard pile into your hand. | You may play only 1 Supporter card during your turn (before your attack).”

Key Printings

Printed exclusively in the Lost Thunder expansion of the Sun & Moon series; no additional printings or reprints are documented.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate versions. Identification is straightforward via set code sm8-168 and the unique artwork by take.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its Supporter effect retrieves Alolan Pokémon from the discard pile, offering niche utility for Alolan-focused builds.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve condition, use a protective sleeve and keep the card away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its uncommon rarity and distinctive artwork, maintaining physical integrity is recommended for collectors.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Lost Thunder (sm8): Introduced the Aether Foundation Employee as a Supporter card with a niche effect to retrieve Alolan Pokémon, complementing Alolan-themed strategies within the set.