Moltres (Lost Thunder 38) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Moltres from the Lost Thunder set is a striking Rare card numbered 38. It boasts 120 HP and features the fiery attack Fire Wing. This card captures the essence of Moltres with vivid detail.

Quick Facts

Stats & Attacks

• HP: 120
• Type: Fire
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Water ×2
• No resistances or abilities
• Attacks:
• Assisting Heater: Attach a Fire Energy from your hand to one of your Benched Pokémon and deal 30 damage.
• Fire Wing: Deals 90 damage with a cost of two Fire and one Colorless energy.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Sun & Moon series, Lost Thunder expansion, card number 38. It is a Basic Pokémon card with a rare rarity symbol. The card’s artwork is by Misa Tsutsui, capturing Moltres in a dynamic pose.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “sm8-38” and the Lost Thunder set symbol. The card’s unique features include its Fire type, 120 HP, and the two distinct attacks.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its playability in casual or other formats is not specified.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially around the edges where wear is common.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Lost Thunder (sm8): This set introduced Moltres as a Basic Fire-type Pokémon with solid HP and two useful attacks. It fits well into Fire-themed decks that benefit from energy acceleration via Assisting Heater.