Collectors Guide: Poké Ball (Unseen Forces 87)

Character Intro

Poké Ball from the Unseen Forces set is a notable card numbered 87. Classified as Uncommon, it holds a distinct place for collectors seeking variety within the set. Its straightforward design reflects the classic tool used to catch and store Pokémon.

Quick Facts

• Card Name: Poké Ball
• Set: Unseen Forces (ex10)
• Card Number: 87
• Rarity: Uncommon
• Stage: Item
• Subtype: Item
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Illustrator: Shin-ichi Yoshikawa
• Image:
• Legality: unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Unseen Forces set, identified by the set code ex10 and card number 87. It is an Uncommon card featuring no HP, abilities, or attacks, focusing solely on its Item effect.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by its unique card number (87) within the Unseen Forces set and the illustrator credit to Shin-ichi Yoshikawa. The card’s subtype is Item, and it has no evolution or stage designation beyond that.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown.
The card’s rule text reads: “Flip a coin. If heads, search your deck for a Basic Pokémon or Evolution card, show it to your opponent, and put it into your hand. Shuffle your deck afterward.” This effect can be strategically valuable in deck searching and setup.

Care & Storage Tips

Store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity and clean artwork, keeping corners sharp and the surface scratch-free supports its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Unseen Forces (ex10): Includes the Poké Ball card as an Uncommon Item with a simple, effective gameplay mechanic and classic illustration style. The set’s overall theme and release details are unknown, but this card fits well within the ex series’ Item category.