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Collector’s Guide: Judge (Lost Thunder #209)
Judge (Lost Thunder 209) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Judge is a Rare Ultra card from the Lost Thunder set, numbered 209. Its striking design makes it a distinctive addition for collectors focused on this vibrant expansion. This Supporter stands out without relying on attacks or abilities, emphasizing its unique presence in a collection.

Quick Facts

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Lost Thunder 209 Rare Ultra Sanosuke Sakuma
- Card ID: sm8-209
- Pokémon: Judge
- Stage: Supporter
- Retreat Cost: 0
- Types: None
- Evolves From: None
- Abilities/Attacks: None
- Weaknesses/Resistances: None
- Rules: Each player shuffles their hand into their deck and draws 4 cards. You may play only 1 Supporter card during your turn (before your attack).
- Legal Status: unknown
Key Printings

This exact printing of Judge appears solely in the Lost Thunder set (sm8), numbered 209. It is classified as a Rare Ultra card, appealing to collectors targeting rare Supporter cards from the Sun & Moon era.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward via its set code sm8-209 and the illustration by Sanosuke Sakuma. The card does not have a regulation mark and lacks HP, types, or attacks, distinguishing it from typical Pokémon cards.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
The card text states that each player shuffles their hand into their deck and draws 4 cards, and only one Supporter card may be played per turn before attacking. Verify current tournament legality if you intend to use it competitively.

Care & Storage Tips

As a Rare Ultra card, store Judge in protective sleeves and keep it out of direct sunlight to preserve condition and artwork. Avoid bending or exposure to moisture. Given its Supporter status and rarity, maintaining mint condition helps retain collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Lost Thunder (sm8): The exclusive set for this Judge printing, featuring a diverse range of cards from the Sun & Moon series. Judge stands out as a Rare Ultra Supporter card with no HP or attacks, emphasizing its strategic role rather than battling prowess. The set’s release date is unknown.
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October 4, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Grovyle (Lost Thunder #21)
Grovyle Collector’s Guide (Lost Thunder 21)

Overview

Grovyle from the Lost Thunder set is an Uncommon Stage 1 Grass-type Pokémon card with 80 HP. It features the ability Sunshine Grace and the attack Slicing Blade. This card is numbered 21 in the set and illustrated by Ayaka Yoshida.

Quick Facts

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Lost Thunder 21 Uncommon 80 Ayaka Yoshida

Card Stats
- HP: 80
- Type: Grass
- Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Treecko)
- Retreat Cost: 2
- Weakness: Fire ×2
- Ability: Sunshine Grace — Once during your turn, you may search your deck for a Grass Pokémon and add it to your hand.
- Attack: Slicing Blade — Deals 40 damage with a cost of two Grass Energy.
Key Printings

From the Sun & Moon series, specifically the Lost Thunder set, numbered 21; Uncommon rarity; illustrated by Ayaka Yoshida.

Variants & Identifiers
- This printing has no known print variants.
- Identified by set code: sm8-21.
- Subtypes: “Stage 1” and “Grass” type.
- Market reference query: “Grovyle Lost Thunder 21.”
Legality & Play Notes
- Legality: unknown
- This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
Care & Storage Tips
- Store in a protective sleeve.
- Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture.
- Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to maintain its collector value.
Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Lost Thunder (sm8): This set includes Grovyle as a Stage 1 Grass-type Pokémon with a useful ability for deck searching and a straightforward attack. The set focuses on diverse Pokémon and abilities, with Grovyle fitting into Grass-type strategies.
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October 4, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Kahili (Lost Thunder #210)
Kahili (Lost Thunder 210) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Kahili is a Rare Ultra Supporter from the Lost Thunder set, numbered 210. The card features vibrant artwork that highlights Kahili and stands out in collections thanks to its rarity and set association.

Quick Facts

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Lost Thunder 210 Rare Ultra Megumi Mizutani
- Card ID: sm8-210
- Type: Supporter
- Stage: Supporter
- Retreat Cost: 0
- Evolves From: None
- Weaknesses/Resistances: None
- Rules Text: Draw 2 cards. Then, flip a coin. If heads, if you played this Kahili from your hand, put this card into your hand instead of the discard pile. If you have no cards in your deck, you can’t play this card. You may play only 1 Supporter card during your turn (before your attack).
Key Printings

This exact printing of Kahili appears only in the Lost Thunder set, identified as card number 210. It is classified as a Rare Ultra card, making it a notable find for collectors focusing on high-rarity Supporter cards.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Kahili card. Its unique identifiers include the set code “sm8” and the card number “210.” The illustration by Megumi Mizutani is a key visual identifier.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

Care & Storage Tips

Preserve the artwork and condition by using a sleeve and storing the card away from direct sunlight and moisture. A rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets helps prevent bending and surface wear.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Lost Thunder (sm8): This set includes Kahili as a Supporter card with a strategic draw effect and a chance to return to the player’s hand. It is a Rare Ultra rarity card, illustrated by Megumi Mizutani, and is part of the Sun & Moon series. The set’s release date is unknown.
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October 4, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Mina (Lost Thunder #211)
Mina (Lost Thunder 211) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Mina is a Rare Ultra Supporter card from the Lost Thunder set, numbered 211 (Card ID: sm8-211). Its distinctive design and high rarity make it a standout piece for collectors of Sun & Moon–era Supporters.

Quick Facts

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Lost Thunder 211 Rare Ultra You Iribi
- Card ID: sm8-211
- Stage: Supporter
- Retreat Cost: 0
- No listed abilities or attacks
- No weaknesses or resistances
- Rules: Search your deck for a Fairy Energy card and attach it to 1 of your Pokémon. Then, shuffle your deck. You may play only 1 Supporter card during your turn (before your attack).
Key Printings

Printed exclusively in the Lost Thunder expansion of the Sun & Moon series, identified by set code sm8 and number 211. Its Rare Ultra classification places it among the higher-tier Supporter pulls in the set.

Variants & Identifiers

No known print variants exist for this exact Mina. It’s identifiable by:
– Artwork by You Iribi
– Supporter subtype
– Lack of a regulation mark
– Absence of HP or attacks

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is currently not listed as legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its Supporter effect lets you search your deck for a Fairy Energy card and attach it to one of your Pokémon, offering straightforward energy acceleration.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the card in a sleeve and keep it away from sunlight and moisture. Given its Rare Ultra status, handle with clean hands and store in a rigid top-loader or binder to minimize edge wear and surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Lost Thunder (sm8): Mina appears as a Rare Ultra Supporter with a unique energy-searching effect. The set features diverse Supporters and strong ties to Fairy-type strategies. Mina stands out for its artwork and strategic utility despite unknown release details.
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October 4, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Morty (Lost Thunder #212)
Morty (Lost Thunder 212) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Morty is a Rare Ultra Supporter from the Lost Thunder set, numbered 212. Its distinctive design and rarity make it a notable piece within the vibrant Lost Thunder collection.

Quick Facts

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Lost Thunder 212 Rare Ultra Sanosuke Sakuma
- Card Number: 212
- Card Type: Supporter
- Stage: Supporter
- Retreat Cost: 0
- Weaknesses, Resistances, and HP: Unknown
- Evolves From: None
- Abilities/Attacks: None
- Rules: Playable only if one of your Psychic Pokémon was Knocked Out during your opponent’s last turn; allows you to reveal your opponent’s hand and shuffle two cards back into their deck; only one Supporter card may be played per turn before attacking.
Key Printings

This exact printing of Morty appears solely in the Lost Thunder set (sm8) as a Rare Ultra card. It is notable for its Supporter subtype and unique gameplay rule that interacts with Psychic-type Pokémon knockouts.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward via its set code “sm8-212” and the distinctive artwork by Sanosuke Sakuma.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card’s play condition is specific, requiring a Psychic Pokémon knockout on the previous turn to be played. It also restricts the player to one Supporter card per turn, emphasizing strategic timing.

Care & Storage Tips

As a Rare Ultra card, store Morty in a protective sleeve, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to preserve artwork and condition.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Lost Thunder (sm8): Morty debuts as a Supporter card with a unique hand-revealing effect, adding tactical depth to Psychic-themed decks. The set is known for its diverse and powerful cards, with Morty standing out due to its specific play condition and strategic potential.
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October 4, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Professor Elm’s Lecture (Lost Thunder #213)
Professor Elm’s Lecture (Lost Thunder 213) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Professor Elm’s Lecture is a Rare Ultra Supporter from the Lost Thunder set, numbered 213. Featuring the insightful Professor Elm and his scientific expertise, its rarity makes it a notable addition for collectors seeking distinctive cards from this set.

Quick Facts

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Lost Thunder 213 Rare Ultra Hideki Ishikawa
- Card Name: Professor Elm’s Lecture
- Set: Lost Thunder (sm8)
- Card Number: 213
- Rarity: Rare Ultra
- Type: Supporter
- Stage: Supporter
- Retreat Cost: 0
- Illustrator: Hideki Ishikawa
- Image:
Key Printings

This card appears only in the Lost Thunder set as card number 213. As a Supporter with no HP or attacks, it focuses on deck search mechanics. No other printings or reprints are documented.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate versions. It is identified by set code “sm8-213” and unique artwork by Hideki Ishikawa.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
- The card’s primary rule text allows the player to search their deck for up to three Pokémon with 60 HP or less, reveal them, and add them to their hand, then shuffle the deck.
- It also follows the standard Supporter play rule of one Supporter card per turn before attacking.
Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain condition, store Professor Elm’s Lecture in a protective sleeve, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets for safe handling and display.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Lost Thunder (sm8): Introduced as a Rare Ultra Supporter card, Professor Elm’s Lecture provides a strategic search function for low-HP Pokémon, enhancing deck consistency. It is a unique Supporter with no HP or attacks, emphasizing utility over combat.
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October 4, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Virizion-GX (Lost Thunder #217)
Virizion-GX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Virizion-GX from the Lost Thunder set is a Rare Rainbow card numbered 217. It features a vibrant design, 170 HP, and the standout attack Sensitive Blade.

Quick Facts

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Lost Thunder 217 Rare Rainbow 170 5ban Graphics
- Type: Grass
- Stage: Basic, GX
- Retreat Cost: 1
- Weakness: Fire ×2
- Attacks:
- Double Draw (Draw 2 cards)
- Sensitive Blade (50+ damage; +80 if a Supporter card was played this turn)
- Breeze Away-GX (Return any number of your Pokémon and attached cards to your hand; one GX attack per game)
- Pokémon-GX Rule: When knocked out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards
- Flavor Text: Unknown
- Regulation Mark: Unknown
- Print Variants: None known
Key Printings

The key printing is Lost Thunder 217, a Rare Rainbow variant distinguished by its shimmering foil and vibrant colors. Illustrated by 5ban Graphics, whose clean, dynamic style enhances the card’s visual appeal.

Variants & Identifiers
- There are no known print variants for this Virizion-GX.
- Identifiers: set code “sm8-217” and Rare Rainbow rarity.
- Standout gameplay features include the unique GX attack Breeze Away-GX and a versatile attack lineup.
Legality & Play Notes
- Legality: unknown
- This Virizion-GX is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
- Its GX attack provides a strategic option to reset your board state by returning Pokémon and attached cards to your hand, but it can only be used once per game.
Care & Storage Tips

Protect the Rare Rainbow foil by sleeving the card and keeping it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the holographic surface to maintain condition and collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Lost Thunder (sm8): Introduced Virizion-GX as a powerful Grass-type Basic Pokémon-GX with a rare rainbow foil variant. It features a versatile attack set and a unique GX move that adds tactical flexibility. The card’s release date and flavor text remain unknown, but its striking design and rarity make it a notable collectible from this series.
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October 4, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Magcargo-GX (Lost Thunder #218)
Magcargo-GX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Magcargo-GX from the Lost Thunder set is a Rare Rainbow card with 210 HP. It pairs the Crushing Charge ability with Lava Flow and the disruptive Burning Magma-GX, offering energy management and deck-denial potential in a striking rainbow finish.

Quick Facts

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Lost Thunder 218 Rare Rainbow 210 5ban Graphics
- Type: Fire
- Stage: Stage 1, GX
- Retreat Cost: 3
- Weakness: Water ×2
- Ability: Crushing Charge — discard the top card of your deck to potentially attach a basic Energy to one of your Pokémon.
- Attacks:
- Lava Flow: Discard any amount of basic Energy from Magcargo-GX to increase damage by 50 for each discarded Energy.
- Burning Magma-GX: Discard the top 5 cards of your opponent’s deck (limited to one GX attack per game).
- Pokémon-GX Rule: When knocked out, the opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
Key Printings

This exact printing of Magcargo-GX appears in the Sun & Moon Lost Thunder expansion, identified by the set code sm8 and card number 218. It is a Rare Rainbow variant with a shimmering foil treatment and high HP, making it visually captivating and sought-after.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include the card number 218, the Rare Rainbow rarity, and the illustrator 5ban Graphics. The card’s image can be referenced at /images/sm8/sm8-218.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
Magcargo-GX follows the Pokémon-GX rule, where knocking it out awards the opponent 2 Prize cards. Its ability and attacks offer flexible energy management and disruption options, but its play status in official formats is unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant Rare Rainbow foil and maintain card condition, store Magcargo-GX in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to retain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Lost Thunder (sm8): Introduced Magcargo-GX as a fiery Stage 1 GX with a unique energy-accelerating ability and a disruptive GX attack, wrapped in a rare rainbow foil finish. The set’s release date for this card is unknown.
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October 4, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Blacephalon-GX (Lost Thunder #219)
Blacephalon-GX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Blacephalon-GX from the Lost Thunder set is a Rare Rainbow card numbered 219. With 180 HP and the standout attack Mind Blown, it’s a vibrant, high-impact addition that showcases bold design and strong, Fire-focused gameplay.

Quick Facts

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Lost Thunder 219 Rare Rainbow 180 5ban Graphics
- Type: Fire
- Stage: Basic, GX, Ultra Beast
- Retreat Cost: 2
- Weakness: Water ×2
- Abilities: None
- Attacks:
- Bursting Burn: Burns and Confuses the opponent’s Active Pokémon with a single Fire Energy.
- Mind Blown: Deals 50 damage times the number of Fire Energy cards you send to the Lost Zone, costing two Fire Energy.
- Burst-GX: Discard one Prize card; if it’s an Energy card, attach it to one of your Pokémon. Only one GX attack per game.
- Pokémon-GX Rule: When knocked out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
Key Printings

The key printing of Blacephalon-GX is in Lost Thunder as card number 219. This Rare Rainbow variant features vibrant foil treatment and unique artwork by 5ban Graphics.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by set code sm8-219 and its classification as a Basic, GX, Ultra Beast Fire-type Pokémon. Its rarity as Rare Rainbow and illustrator credit to 5ban Graphics are primary identifiers.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats based on available data. The GX attack rule applies, limiting the use of the Burst-GX attack to once per game.

Care & Storage Tips
- Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture to preserve the vibrant foil and intricate artwork.
- Avoid bending or scratching to maintain collectible condition.
- Consider a top-loader or a binder with individual pockets for added protection.
Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Lost Thunder (sm8): Blacephalon-GX debuts as a Rare Rainbow card with powerful Fire-type attacks and a unique GX ability. It stands out for its high HP and strategic energy manipulation, making it a visually and functionally compelling addition to collections.
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October 4, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Whitney (Lost Thunder #214)
Whitney Collector’s Guide: Lost Thunder #214

Character Intro

Whitney is a Rare Ultra Supporter card from the Lost Thunder set, numbered 214. With distinctive artwork and no specified attacks or abilities, it makes a unique addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

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Lost Thunder 214 Rare Ultra Sanosuke Sakuma

Card Details
- Card ID: sm8-214
- Stage: Supporter
- Subtypes: Supporter
- Retreat Cost: 0
- Evolves From: None
- Types: None
- Weaknesses: None
- Resistances: None
- Rules: “Draw a card. Then, draw 2 cards for each other Whitney in your discard pile. | You may play only 1 Supporter card during your turn (before your attack).”
- Abilities: None
- Attacks: None
Key Printings

This exact printing of Whitney appears solely in the Lost Thunder set (sm8), numbered 214. It is classified as a Rare Ultra card, making it a notable collectible for fans of Supporter cards and the Sun & Moon series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Whitney card. Identification is straightforward by its set code (sm8), card number (214), and the unique illustration by Sanosuke Sakuma. The card does not have a regulation mark, which can help distinguish it from other printings if they exist.

Legality & Play Notes
- Legality: unknown
- This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
  The effect allows drawing multiple cards based on the number of Whitney cards in the discard pile, but only one Supporter card can be played per turn before attacking.
Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain card condition, store Whitney in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Rare Ultra rarity, consider using a top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent edge wear and bending.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Lost Thunder (sm8): Whitney appears as a Supporter card with a unique draw effect, adding strategic depth to decks that utilize multiple copies. The set is known for its diverse and colorful card roster, with Whitney standing out due to its rarity and artistic presentation.
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October 4, 2025