Absol Collector’s Guide: Roaring Skies #40

Character Intro

Absol from the Roaring Skies set is a Rare Holo card numbered 40 with 100 HP. It features the intriguing ability Cursed Eyes and the dynamic attack Mach Claw, offering vivid design and strategic potential for collectors and casual play alike.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• HP: 100
• Stage: Basic
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Psychic -20
• Retreat Cost: 1

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the XY series, specifically the Roaring Skies set (xy6). It is a Rare Holo card numbered 40 in the set.

• Ability — Cursed Eyes: Allows moving damage counters between opponent’s Pokémon when played onto the Bench.
• Attack — Mach Claw: Deals 30 damage unaffected by Resistance.

Variants & Identifiers

This card has no known print variants. It is identified by its set code “xy6” and card number “40.” The illustrator is Kagemaru Himeno, and the card’s subtype is Basic Pokémon. The card image can be found at /images/xy6/xy6-40.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Its unique ability and attack make it a strategic choice for bench manipulation and consistent damage output in casual play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holofoil surface and vibrant artwork, store this card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending and surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Roaring Skies (xy6): Absol appears as a Rare Holo Basic Darkness-type Pokémon with a unique ability that manipulates damage counters and a reliable attack. This set is known for its dynamic artwork and strategic card designs.

This Absol card remains a visually captivating and tactically interesting piece for collectors and players alike.