Sableye (Plasma Freeze 49) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Sableye from the Plasma Freeze set is a Rare, Team Plasma Basic Pokémon, card number 49, with 70 HP. It features the attack Shadow Cage, adding strategic depth to gameplay. Its distinctive design makes it a notable addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Basic, Team Plasma
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy
• Attacks:
• Scratch (10 damage, 1 Colorless Energy)
• Shadow Cage (20 damage, Psychic + Colorless Energy; prevents Defending Pokémon from retreating during opponent’s next turn)
• Flavor Text: “It hides in the darkness of caves. Its diet of gems has transformed its eyes into gemstones.”
• Weaknesses/Resistances: None listed
• Abilities: None

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Plasma Freeze set, card number 49, classified as Rare. It is a Basic Team Plasma Pokémon with Psychic typing and the Shadow Cage attack that restricts the opponent’s retreat options.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code “bw9” and the card number 49. The illustrator credit goes to 5ban Graphics, known for their sharp and stylized artwork. The card image can be viewed at: /images/bw9/bw9-49.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

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

Care & Storage Tips

Store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Plasma Freeze: Team Plasma–themed cards with Psychic-type options like this Sableye. The set emphasizes control-oriented attacks such as Shadow Cage, which can limit the opponent’s movement during battles. The exact release date for this card is unknown.