Lanturn Collector’s Guide: Lost Thunder #74

Character Intro

Lanturn from the Lost Thunder set is a Rare card numbered 74 with 110 HP. Its Signal Beam attack adds a dynamic edge to gameplay, and the vibrant design captures Lanturn’s distinctive glow.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Chinchou)
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Metal -20
• Flavor Text: “This Pokémon flashes a bright light that blinds its prey. This creates an opening for it to deliver an electrical attack.”
• Image URL: /images/sm8/sm8-74.jpg

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Lost Thunder set as card number 74. It is classified as a Rare and illustrated by Ken Sugimori. No release date is available for this printing.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is uniquely identified by set code sm8 and card number 74. The card’s market reference query is “Lanturn Lost Thunder 74.”

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Attacks

• Salvage: Shuffles four Item cards from the discard pile into the deck.
• Signal Beam: Deals 50 damage and confuses the opponent’s Active Pokémon.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the artwork and card condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use rigid top loaders or binders with acid-free pages to prevent bending or surface damage. Handle with clean hands to avoid oils and dirt.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Lost Thunder (sm8): Includes Lanturn as a Rare Stage 1 Lightning-type Pokémon with utility-focused attacks and a Ken Sugimori illustration. The card fits well into thematic decks emphasizing Item recovery and status effects.