Solgaleo Collector’s Guide: Cosmic Eclipse #142

Character Intro

Solgaleo from the Cosmic Eclipse set is a Rare Holo card boasting 170 HP. It features the distinctive ability Armor of the Sunne and the powerful attack Sol Fangs. This card, numbered 142, offers a striking addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Metal
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Cosmoem)
• Ability: Armor of the Sunne reduces damage taken by Solgaleo and Lunala if both are in play.
• Attack: Sol Fangs deals 180 damage but requires discarding 2 Energy.
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: Psychic -20
• Retreat Cost: 3

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Sun & Moon series, set code sm12, titled Cosmic Eclipse. It is a Rare Holo card numbered 142. The card features the unique ability “Armor of the Sunne,” which provides defensive synergy with Lunala, and a powerful attack “Sol Fangs” that demands energy management.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification relies on the set code sm12, card number 142, and the Rare Holo rarity. The illustrator Misa Tsutsui’s artwork is a key visual identifier. The card’s Metal type and Stage 2 subtype further distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its ability supports a strategy involving Lunala, reducing damage taken by both Pokémon, while its high-damage attack requires careful energy discard management.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holofoil finish and maintain card condition, store this card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially around the edges where wear is most common.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Cosmic Eclipse (sm12): This set features Solgaleo as a Rare Holo with a synergy-focused ability and a high-risk, high-reward attack. The set’s cosmic theme is reflected in the card’s flavor text and design, emphasizing interdimensional energy and life.