Smeargle (Unseen Forces 48) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Smeargle from the Unseen Forces set is an Uncommon card numbered 48 with 50 HP. This quirky Pokémon features the Makeover ability and the attack Split Spiral Punch, capturing Smeargle’s creative spirit in battle.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Ability: Makeover (Poké-Power) lets you discard and swap basic Energy cards attached to your Pokémon, with some restrictions.
• Attack: Split Spiral Punch deals 10 damage and may confuse the opponent’s Pokémon on a coin flip.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Unseen Forces set, card number 48, and is classified as Uncommon. It is a Basic Pokémon card with no evolutions. The artwork by Sumiyoshi Kizuki is exclusive to this printing.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include the set code “ex10” and the card ID “ex10-48.” The card’s subtypes are Basic, and it carries no regulation mark.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to available data. Its unique Poké-Power and low HP suggest it may be more suited for casual play or collection rather than competitive decks.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its uncommon rarity and unique artwork, maintaining the card’s surface and edges is important for long-term value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Unseen Forces: This set introduced Smeargle as a Basic Colorless Pokémon with a distinctive energy-swapping ability and a simple but strategic attack. The card fits well within the set’s theme of unusual and creative Pokémon.