Gloom Collector’s Guide: Unseen Forces #58

Character Intro

Gloom from the Unseen Forces set is a common card numbered 58 with 70 HP. Its Poisonpowder attack adds a strategic, status-based element to gameplay. The straightforward design makes it a clean, set-focused pickup for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Oddish)
• Attack: Poisonpowder (20 damage, poisons Defending Pokémon)
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Flavor Text: Unknown

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the exact printing of Gloom from the Unseen Forces set, card number 58. It is a common rarity card with no alternate print variants listed. Its simple, thematic attack and moderate HP make it a representative snapshot of Gloom in this era.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants or alternate artwork versions are documented for this card. Identification relies on:
– Set code: “ex10”
– Card number: 58
– Illustrator: Kouki Saitou

The card’s image can be referenced at /images/ex10/ex10-58.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to available data. No additional tournament or play notes are provided.

Care & Storage Tips

As a common card from the ex series, preserving the edges and surface is key to maintaining collector value. Store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture to prevent fading and warping. Given the unknown release date, extra care is recommended to preserve its condition over time.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Unseen Forces (ex10): This set includes Gloom #58 as a common Grass-type Stage 1 Pokémon. It features simple mechanics and classic artwork by Kouki Saitou, fitting within the set’s thematic design. The set’s release date is unknown, but it remains a notable entry for collectors interested in the ex series.