Poké Ball (Black White 97) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Poké Ball from the Black White set is an Uncommon card numbered 97. This classic Item card has a straightforward design and a familiar, reliable role in many decks, making it a staple sight for both collectors and players.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: bw1-97
• Stage: Item
• Subtypes: Item
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Weaknesses: None
• Resistances: None
• Evolves From: None
• Types: None

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Black White set, numbered 97. It is an Uncommon card, illustrated by Yuri Umemura, and features the classic Poké Ball design. No alternate print variants are known for this card.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate artworks for this Poké Ball card. Identification is straightforward by its set code “bw1” and card number “97.” The card’s image can be referenced at /images/bw1/bw1-97.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

Card text:
– Flip a coin, and if heads, search your deck for a Pokémon, reveal it, and add it to your hand, then shuffle your deck.
– You may play as many Item cards as you like during your turn before attacking.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the card flat in a cool, dry place to prevent warping or fading. Given its Uncommon rarity, maintaining visual and physical integrity benefits both play and collection value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Black White (bw1): This set introduced the Poké Ball Item card as a reliable tool for deck searching. The card fits well into many decks due to its zero retreat cost and simple effect, making it a staple for players during the Black White era.