Delibird (Lost Thunder 57) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Delibird from the Lost Thunder set is an Uncommon, 90 HP Basic Pokémon. It offers the utility attack Happy Delivery and the straightforward damage option Flap. This card is numbered 57 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Metal ×2
• Attacks:
• Happy Delivery (Cost: 1 Colorless): Attach Pokémon Tool cards from your deck to your Benched Pokémon without tools.
• Flap (Cost: 2 Colorless): Deals 30 damage.
• Flavor Text: “It has a generous habit of sharing its food with people and Pokémon, so it’s always scrounging around for more food.”
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Legal: unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing is from Lost Thunder (sm8), card number 57. It is an Uncommon card featuring Ken Sugimori’s classic illustration style. No alternate printings or promotional versions are noted for this card.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward via set code “sm8” and card number “57.” The Water-type symbol and the unique attack names further distinguish this printing.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players should verify tournament rules before including it in decks.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the Ken Sugimori artwork and maintain condition, store this card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially around the edges.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Lost Thunder (sm8): This set introduced Delibird as a Water-type Basic Pokémon with a unique tool-distributing attack, adding strategic depth to bench support roles. The set’s artwork and design maintain the classic Sun & Moon aesthetic.