Professor Kukui (Sun Moon 128) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Professor Kukui is an Uncommon card from the Sun Moon set, numbered 128. With distinctive Ken Sugimori artwork, it slots neatly into Sun Moon–focused collections. In gameplay, it functions as a Supporter with a straightforward draw-plus-damage effect unique to this set.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: sm1-128
• Stage: Supporter
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Subtypes: Supporter
• Rules: Draw 2 cards. During this turn, your Pokémon’s attacks do 20 more damage to your opponent’s Active Pokémon (before applying Weakness and Resistance). You may play only 1 Supporter card during your turn (before your attack).
• Image URL: /images/sm1/sm1-128.jpg

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Sun Moon set as card number 128. As an Uncommon, it’s moderately accessible to collectors and players, and it’s notable for its strategic Supporter role rather than traditional battling stats.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It’s identified by the set code “sm1-128” and Ken Sugimori’s artwork. As a Supporter card, it doesn’t evolve, has no abilities or attacks, and focuses purely on its effect.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Play profile: Draw 2 cards, then your Pokémon’s attacks do 20 more damage to the opponent’s Active Pokémon for the turn; only one Supporter may be played each turn.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve or binder page to preserve the Ken Sugimori artwork. Keep away from sunlight and moisture; proper storage in a binder or card box helps maintain condition and value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Sun Moon (sm1): Featured as card 128, this Supporter has no HP or attacks. It enhances gameplay with card draw and a damage boost, aligning with the set’s tactical focus.

Professor Kukui (Sun Moon 148) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Professor Kukui is a Rare Ultra card from the Sun Moon set, numbered 148. As a Supporter, it stands out for its distinctive design and role in the set, making it a notable addition for dedicated collectors.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: sm1-148
• Type: Supporter
• Stage: Supporter
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Abilities: None
• Attacks: None
• Evolves From: None
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Weaknesses/Resistances: None
• Regulation Mark: None

Key Printings

This exact printing of Professor Kukui appears in the Sun Moon set as card number 148. It is classified as a Rare Ultra card, making it a desirable piece for collectors focusing on this series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “sm1” and card number “148.” The illustrator Megumi Mizutani’s signature art style is a key visual identifier.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
The card’s rules allow the player to draw 2 cards and boost their Pokémon’s attacks by 20 damage during the turn, with the standard Supporter limitation of playing only one per turn.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the artwork and maintain condition, store this card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and humidity. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to keep its Rare Ultra status intact.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Sun Moon (sm1): This set introduced Professor Kukui as a Supporter card with a simple but effective effect, enhancing damage and card draw without any attacks or abilities. The card fits seamlessly into the strategic framework of the Sun Moon series.