Sableye (ex Deoxys 23) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Sableye from the Deoxys set is a Rare, Basic Darkness-type card numbered 23 with 60 HP. It features the Night Vision Poké-Power alongside the attacks Slash and the disruptive Limitation, offering a concise blend of utility and offense for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Resistance: Colorless (-30)
• Weaknesses: None
• Abilities: Night Vision (Poké-Power) lets you look at your opponent’s hand once per turn if Sableye is active and not affected by Special Conditions.
• Attacks: Slash (10 damage, 1 Colorless energy); Limitation (prevents opponent from playing Supporter cards next turn, costs 1 Darkness energy).
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Print Variants: None known

Key Printings

This exact printing of Sableye is from the ex Deoxys set, card number 23. It is a Rare card illustrated by Aya Kusube, notable for its strategic Night Vision ability and Limitation attack.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “ex8-23” and the distinctive artwork by Aya Kusube. The card’s Darkness type and unique Poké-Power also help distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its strategic abilities may appeal to collectors interested in unique gameplay mechanics rather than tournament play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this rare card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially the illustrated area by Aya Kusube. Use a rigid top-loader or binder for added protection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• ex Deoxys: This set includes Sableye as a rare Darkness-type Basic Pokémon with a tactical Poké-Power and a disruptive attack. The set is known for featuring Pokémon with unique abilities and strategic depth.
• Other Sets: Unknown if this exact printing appears elsewhere.