Vibrava (Cosmic Eclipse 109) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Vibrava from the Cosmic Eclipse set is an Uncommon Pokémon card numbered 109. It features 80 HP and the ability Obnoxious Whirring, with a single attack: Flap.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Trapinch)
• Ability: Obnoxious Whirring — prevents effects of opponent’s Supporter cards on this Pokémon
• Attack: Flap — 40 damage, costs Fighting + Colorless energy
• Weakness: Grass (×2)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Flavor Text: Vibrates its wings to generate ultrasonic waves, causing prey to faint, then buries it alive in sand.

Key Printings

This printing is from the Cosmic Eclipse set, card number 109, classified as Uncommon. It features the Fighting type and the Obnoxious Whirring ability, which uniquely counters opponent Supporter cards. The card’s artwork by SATOSHI NAKAI is a notable highlight.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include the set code “sm12” and the card number “109.” The card is a Stage 1 subtype and part of the Sun & Moon series. The image for this printing can be referenced at /images/sm12/sm12-109.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its ability to negate Supporter effects can be strategically valuable, but its tournament viability is unclear due to unknown legality.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity, maintaining mint condition can enhance collector value. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Cosmic Eclipse (sm12): This set includes Vibrava as an Uncommon Fighting-type Stage 1 Pokémon with a unique ability that disrupts opponent Supporter cards. It fits well into collections focusing on strategic abilities and Sun & Moon era Pokémon. Release date is unknown.