Dusknoir (Boundaries Crossed 63) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Dusknoir from the Boundaries Crossed set is a Rare Holo card numbered 63 with a sturdy 130 HP. Its Sinister Hand ability adds a strategic edge by manipulating damage counters, while Shadow Punch delivers a reliable offensive option that ignores Resistance. This card offers a distinctive presence for both collectors and players.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Dusclops)
• Ability: Sinister Hand — allows moving damage counters between opponent’s Pokémon during your turn.
• Attack: Shadow Punch — deals 60 damage and ignores Resistance.
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Darkness ×2
• Resistance: None
• Flavor Text: “It is said to take lost spirits into its pliant body and guide them home.”
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Legality: unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Boundaries Crossed expansion, card number 63. It is a Rare Holo variant illustrated by kawayoo, capturing Dusknoir’s ghostly essence.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include its set code “bw7,” card number 63, and the distinctive Rare Holo rarity. The card’s Psychic type and Stage 2 subtype also help distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status for this card is unknown. Its ability Sinister Hand offers strategic damage manipulation, while Shadow Punch provides consistent damage unaffected by Resistance. However, its high retreat cost of 3 and Darkness weakness should be considered in deck building.

Care & Storage Tips

To protect the holo foil and artwork, store this card in a sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use rigid top loaders or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or scratching.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Boundaries Crossed: This set introduced Dusknoir with a unique ability to redistribute damage counters, adding tactical depth to Psychic-type decks. The card’s Rare Holo status and striking illustration make it a notable collectible from this expansion.