Golbat (ex8-31) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Golbat from the Deoxys set is an Uncommon Stage 1 Pokémon with 70 HP. It features the Self-control ability and the Spiral Drain attack, offering a balanced mix of defense and offense for strategic play.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Golbat
• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1 (evolves from Zubat)
• HP: 70
• Ability: Self-control (Golbat can’t be Paralyzed)
• Attack: Spiral Drain (20 damage; removes 1 damage counter from Golbat)
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Set Code: ex8
• Series: ex
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Legal Status: unknown
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing appears only in the Deoxys set (ex8) as card number 31 and is classified as Uncommon. It’s a Grass-type Golbat with a distinctive pairing of Self-control and Spiral Drain not commonly seen on other Golbat cards.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward via its set code (ex8), card number (31), and illustrator (Sachiko Adachi). Its Grass typing and Self-control Poké-Body further distinguish it from other Golbat prints.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its paralysis prevention and self-healing attack can still enable interesting strategies in casual play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this Uncommon Golbat, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its unknown release date and rarity, maintaining its condition is crucial for collectors. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to retain value and eye appeal.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Deoxys (ex8): Features Golbat as a Grass-type Stage 1 with Self-control and Spiral Drain. As an Uncommon card illustrated by Sachiko Adachi, it adds variety to the set’s lineup.