Sableye (Lost Thunder 96) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Sableye from the Lost Thunder set is an uncommon card numbered 96 with 80 HP. It features the attack Quick Hunt, offering a straightforward option for gameplay. This card’s modest stats make it a reliable choice for collectors and players alike.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy
• Weaknesses: None listed
• Resistances: None listed
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Flavor Text: “This Pokémon is feared. When its gemstone eyes begin to glow with a sinister shine, it’s believed that Sableye will steal people’s spirits away.”

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Lost Thunder expansion (set code sm8), numbered 96, and classified as an Uncommon card.

• Attacks:
• Quick Hunt — allows a deck search if you go first.
• Cursed Drop — places damage counters strategically on the opponent’s Pokémon.

Variants & Identifiers

This printing has no listed print variants. It is identified by the set code sm8 and card number 96. The artwork by Miki Tanaka and its Psychic typing are key visual and gameplay identifiers.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown.
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to available data.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given the detailed artwork and moderate rarity, maintaining mint condition will help retain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Lost Thunder (sm8): Introduced Sableye as a Basic Psychic-type with unique utility in early game deck searching and flexible damage placement. This set expanded the Sun & Moon series with diverse Pokémon and strategic options.