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Collector’s Guide: Chaotic Swell (Cosmic Eclipse #187)
Chaotic Swell (Cosmic Eclipse 187) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Chaotic Swell is an Uncommon Stadium card from the Cosmic Eclipse set, numbered 187. Its art channels the set’s cosmic energy, adding a bold visual without the complexity of attacks or abilities.

Quick Facts

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Cosmic Eclipse 187 Uncommon Ryo Ueda
- Card ID: sm12-187
- Stage: Stadium
- Subtypes: Stadium
- Retreat Cost: 0
- Evolves From: None
- Types: None
- Weaknesses: None
- Resistances: None
Key Printings

Printed only in Cosmic Eclipse (sm12) as number 187. There are no known alternate printings or reprints of this exact card.

Variants & Identifiers

No known print variants. Identify by set code “sm12,” card number “187,” and the illustrator credit to Ryo Ueda.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

Rules: Whenever either player plays a Stadium card from their hand, discard that Stadium card after discarding this one. (The new Stadium card has no effect.) This card stays in play when you play it. Discard this card if another Stadium card comes into play. If another card with the same name is in play, you can’t play this card.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface. For long-term storage, use a rigid top-loader or a binder.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Cosmic Eclipse (sm12): The sole set featuring Chaotic Swell; it enables disruptive Stadium play and stands out with distinctive artwork despite its uncommon rarity.
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October 5, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Blizzard Town (Unified Minds #187)
Blizzard Town (Unified Minds 187) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Blizzard Town is an Uncommon Stadium card from the Unified Minds set, numbered 187. Ryo Ueda’s artwork captures a chilly, wintry scene that complements the set’s diverse themes and offers a crisp snapshot of frosty environments in the Pokémon TCG.

Quick Facts

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Unified Minds 187 Uncommon Ryo Ueda
- Card ID: sm11-187
- Stage: Stadium
- Subtypes: Stadium
- Retreat Cost: 0
- Weaknesses: None
- Resistances: None
- Evolves From: None
- Types: None
Key Printings

The only known printing of Blizzard Town is from the Unified Minds set, identified as card number 187. It is an Uncommon Stadium card, making it a moderately accessible piece for collectors focused on this set.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “sm11” and number “187.” The distinctive Ryo Ueda artwork and the Stadium subtype further distinguish it from other cards.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

Rules associated with Blizzard Town include:
– Pokémon with 40 HP or less remaining (both yours and your opponent’s) can’t attack.
– This card stays in play when you play it. Discard this card if another Stadium card comes into play.
– If another card with the same name is in play, you can’t play this card.

Care & Storage Tips

As a Stadium card with no special print variants, use standard protective sleeves and store it in a binder or card box to preserve condition. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight to maintain the vividness of Ryo Ueda’s artwork.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Unified Minds (sm11): Blizzard Town appears as an Uncommon Stadium card with unique gameplay rules affecting Pokémon with low HP. It contributes strategic depth to matches and is visually distinguished by its atmospheric illustration.
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October 4, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Surprise Box (Unbroken Bonds #187)
Surprise Box (Unbroken Bonds 187) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Surprise Box is an uncommon Item card from the Unbroken Bonds set, numbered 187. Its playful design adds subtle charm to any deck or display.

Quick Facts

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Unbroken Bonds 187 Uncommon Ryo Ueda
- Card ID: sm10-187
- Type: Item
- Stage: Item
- Retreat Cost: 0
- Rules: Put a card from your opponent’s discard pile into their hand. You may play as many Item cards as you like during your turn (before your attack).
- Series: Sun & Moon
- Set Code: sm10
- Image:
Key Printings

Exclusively printed in Unbroken Bonds as card 187, this uncommon is moderately accessible for set-focused collectors.

Variants & Identifiers

No known print variants. Identifiers include set code “sm10,” card number “187,” and illustrator credit to Ryo Ueda.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its effect enables strategic retrieval of cards from an opponent’s discard pile, and it benefits from the rule allowing unlimited Item plays per turn.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from sunlight and moisture. Preserving mint condition supports its collectible appeal given the uncommon rarity and unique artwork.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Unbroken Bonds (sm10): An uncommon Item with a tactical effect and distinctive art by Ryo Ueda, adding utility for players and collectors alike.
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October 4, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Hoopa-GX (Team Up #187)
Hoopa-GX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Hoopa-GX from the Team Up set is a Rare Rainbow card numbered 187. It boasts a striking 190 HP, making it a sturdy addition to any collection. Its attack, Dark Strike, adds a dynamic edge to its gameplay potential.

Quick Facts

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Team Up 187 Rare Rainbow 190 5ban Graphics
- Type: Darkness
- Stage: Basic, GX
- Retreat Cost: 3
- Weakness: Fighting ×2
- Resistance: Psychic -20
- Set: Team Up (sm9)
- Card Number: 187
- Illustrator: 5ban Graphics
- Rarity: Rare Rainbow
Key Printings

This exact printing of Hoopa-GX is from the Team Up set (sm9), numbered 187. It is a rare rainbow variant distinguished by a shimmering foil treatment that enhances its visual appeal.

It features three attacks:
– Rogue Ring: allows searching the deck for up to two cards.
– Dark Strike: a high-damage attack with a drawback.
– Devilish Hands-GX: can deal damage to multiple opponent’s Pokémon-GX or Pokémon-EX.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this specific Hoopa-GX card. Its unique identifiers include the set code sm9 and the card number 187. The card’s illustrator, 5ban Graphics, is noted for their vivid and detailed artwork style. The card’s rarity as a Rare Rainbow also helps distinguish it from other printings.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
– This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
– The Pokémon-GX rule applies: when Hoopa-GX is Knocked Out, the opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant foil and intricate artwork of this Rare Rainbow Hoopa-GX, store the card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface scratches. Handle the card with clean hands to avoid oils or dirt damaging the finish.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Team Up (sm9): This set features a variety of tag team and GX Pokémon cards, including this rare rainbow Hoopa-GX. The set is known for its diverse card pool and strategic gameplay options, though the exact release date of this card is unknown.
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October 4, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Net Ball (Lost Thunder #187)
Net Ball (Lost Thunder 187) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Net Ball is an uncommon Trainer card from the Lost Thunder set, numbered 187. Its distinctive net-themed artwork stands out within the set, and it serves as a practical inclusion for players seeking consistent deck setup in Grass-focused strategies.

Quick Facts

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Lost Thunder 187 Uncommon Ryo Ueda
- Card ID: sm8-187
- Stage: Item
- Subtypes: Item
- Retreat Cost: 0
- Abilities: None
- Attacks: None
- Weaknesses: None
- Resistances: None
- Evolves From: None
- Regulation Mark: Unknown
- Flavor Text: Unknown
Key Printings

This exact printing of Net Ball appears solely in the Lost Thunder set (sm8) with artwork by Ryo Ueda. There are no known alternate printings or promotional versions of this card.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants are listed for this card. It can be identified by set code sm8-187 and the Ryo Ueda illustration. As an Item card, it has no Pokémon type or HP.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

Effect: Search your deck for a Basic Grass Pokémon or a Grass Energy card, reveal it, and add it to your hand, then shuffle your deck. Reminder text notes you may play as many Item cards as you like during your turn before attacking.

Care & Storage Tips

As an uncommon Item card, store Net Ball in a protective sleeve to prevent edge wear and surface scratches. Keep it away from direct sunlight and humidity to preserve colors and structural integrity. Housing it within a Lost Thunder set binder or box helps maintain condition and accessibility.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Lost Thunder (sm8): Net Ball debuts as a useful Item supporting Grass-type decks by facilitating searches for Basic Grass Pokémon or Grass Energy. It complements the set’s strategy without any direct attacks or abilities.
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October 4, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Ho-Oh V (Silver Tempest #187)
Ho-Oh V Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Ho-Oh V from the Silver Tempest set is a Rare Ultra Basic Pokémon V with 230 HP. It features the ability Reviving Flame and the attack Rainbow Burn. This card is numbered 187 in the set.

Quick Facts

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Silver Tempest 187 Rare Ultra 230 N-DESIGN Inc.
- Type: Colorless
- Stage: Basic, V
- Retreat Cost: 2
- Weakness: Lightning ×2
- Resistance: Fighting -30
- Regulation Mark: F
Key Printings

This exact printing appears in Silver Tempest (set code swsh12) as card 187. As a Rare Ultra, it appeals to collectors targeting high-rarity Sword & Shield-era cards.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants are known. It is identified by card ID swsh12-187 and artwork by N-DESIGN Inc. Notable features include the Reviving Flame Ability, which lets it return from the discard with Energy attached, and Rainbow Burn, which scales damage with the variety of basic Energy attached.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card carries the V rule: when your Pokémon V is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards. It is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the card in a sleeve, keep it away from sunlight and moisture, and use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending and surface wear—especially important for a Rare Ultra card.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Silver Tempest (swsh12): Ho-Oh V debuts as a powerful Basic V with a self-reviving ability and a versatile attack that benefits from multiple Energy types, pairing strategic utility with strong collectible appeal.
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October 1, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Lycanroc V (Evolving Skies #187)
Lycanroc V Collector’s Guide

Overview

Lycanroc V (Evolving Skies, card 187) is a Rare Ultra Fighting-type Pokémon V with 200 HP. Headlined by its hard-hitting Crashing Fangs attack, this Basic,V card makes a bold addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

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Evolving Skies 187 Rare Ultra 200 PLANETA Tsuji
- Type: Fighting
- Stage: Basic,V
- Retreat Cost: 1
- Weakness: Grass ×2
- Regulation Mark: E
- Rules: V rule applies—when your Pokémon V is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
Attacks & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
- Rock Throw: 40 damage for one Fighting Energy.
- Crashing Fangs: 200 damage for two Fighting and one Colorless Energy and prevents attacking on the next turn.
The V rule means knocking it out awards the opponent two Prize cards.

Printings, Variants & Identifiers
- Key Printings: This guide focuses on the exact printing of Lycanroc V from the Evolving Skies set, card number 187. It is a Rare Ultra rarity card with no known alternate printings or reprints.
- Variants & Identifiers: There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include the set code “swsh7” and the card number “187.” The card’s illustrator is PLANETA Tsuji, and it is classified as a Basic,V subtype Fighting-type Pokémon.
Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vivid artwork and rare ultra quality, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Evolving Skies (swsh7): Introduced Lycanroc V as a strong Fighting-type Basic Pokémon with high HP and impactful attacks, illustrated by PLANETA Tsuji. This set is known for its diverse V and VMAX cards, with Lycanroc V standing out as a rare ultra collectible.
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October 1, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Togedemaru (Fusion Strike #187)
Togedemaru Collector’s Guide: Fusion Strike #187

Character Intro

Togedemaru from the Fusion Strike set is an Uncommon, Basic Metal-type Pokémon card numbered 187. It features 80 HP and the straightforward attack Rolling Attack—an engaging, compact addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

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Fusion Strike 187 Uncommon 80 Oswaldo KATO
- Type: Metal
- HP: 80
- Stage: Basic
- Weakness: Fire ×2
- Resistance: Grass -30
- Retreat Cost: 1
- Flavor Text: When it’s in trouble, it curls up into a ball, makes its fur spikes stand on end, and then discharges electricity indiscriminately.
Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Fusion Strike set printing, card number 187.
- Attacks:
- “Let’s All Rollout” — 20 damage times the number of your Benched Pokémon with the same attack
- “Rolling Attack” — flat 50 damage
- Rarity & Art: Uncommon; illustrated by Oswaldo KATO
Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Togedemaru card. It is identified by its set code “swsh8” and regulation mark “E.” The card’s market reference query is “Togedemaru Fusion Strike 187.” The image for this printing can be found at /images/swsh8/swsh8-187.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This Togedemaru card is currently not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No additional tournament or play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the illustrated front by Oswaldo KATO. Keep it in a cool, dry place to maintain crisp colors and structural integrity.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Fusion Strike (swsh8): Togedemaru appears as a Basic Metal-type Pokémon with unique attacks that synergize with other Pokémon sharing “Let’s All Rollout.” This set emphasizes strategic bench play and offers a visually engaging card with electric-themed flavor text.
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October 1, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Avery (Chilling Reign #187)
Avery (Chilling Reign 187) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Avery is a Rare Ultra Supporter from the Chilling Reign set, numbered 187. Its distinctive design and placement within the set make it a notable pickup for collectors.

Quick Facts

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Chilling Reign 187 Rare Ultra kirisAki
- Card ID: swsh6-187
- Type: Supporter
- Stage: Supporter
- Retreat Cost: 0
- Regulation Mark: E
- Series: Sword & Shield
- Set Code: swsh6
- Evolves From: None
- Abilities: None
- Attacks: None
- Weaknesses/Resistances: None
- Rules Text: Draw 3 cards. If you drew any cards in this way, your opponent discards Pokémon from their Bench until they have 3. You may play only 1 Supporter card during your turn.
Key Printings

Exclusively printed in the Sword & Shield: Chilling Reign expansion, Avery is classified as a Rare Ultra—an appealing target for collectors of high-rarity Supporter cards.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants. The card is identified by set code “swsh6-187,” features artwork by kirisAki, and carries regulation mark “E” to place it within the Sword & Shield era.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
According to the provided data, this card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its effect draws cards and forces the opponent to reduce their Bench to three Pokémon, offering strong bench-control potential.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the artwork and condition by using sleeves and storing away from sunlight and moisture. Given its Rare Ultra status, consider a top loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent edge wear and bending.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Chilling Reign: Avery appears as a Rare Ultra Supporter card with a unique bench control effect. It stands out for its strategic utility and striking illustration by kirisAki. No other printings or variants are known beyond this set.
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October 1, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Hisuian Goodra V (Lost Origin #187)
Hisuian Goodra V Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Hisuian Goodra V is a Rare Ultra from the Lost Origin set, numbered 187. With 220 HP and the attack Rolling Shell, its vivid 5ban Graphics artwork and sturdy toolkit make it a standout for collectors.

Quick Facts

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Lost Origin 187 Rare Ultra 220 5ban Graphics
- Card Number: 187
- Type: Dragon
- Stage: Basic, V
- Retreat Cost: 3
- Regulation Mark: F
- Weaknesses: None listed
- Resistances: None listed
- Flavor Text: Unknown
Key Printings

This guide focuses on the single known printing of Hisuian Goodra V from the Lost Origin set, identified by set code swsh11-187. It is a Basic V card with no evolutions from previous stages.

Variants & Identifiers
- No known print variants
- Rare Ultra rarity, regulation mark F
- Illustrator: 5ban Graphics
- Image reference: /images/swsh11/swsh11-187.jpg
Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

Rules
- Pokémon V rule: when your Pokémon V is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
Attacks
- Slip-‘n’-Trip: forces the opponent to switch their Active Pokémon with a Benched one.
- Rolling Shell: deals 140 damage and reduces damage taken on the next turn by 30.
Care & Storage Tips

To maintain condition and preserve the vivid artwork, store the 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 wear.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Lost Origin (swsh11): Introduced Hisuian Goodra V as a Rare Ultra card, expanding the Dragon-type options with a Basic V Pokémon featuring disruptive and defensive attacks. The set’s release date is unknown, and this card is not currently legal in standard, expanded, or unlimited formats.
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October 1, 2025