Set Overview
Forbidden Light, released in May 2018, is built around Ultra Necrozma. It carries Pokémon-GX, Prism Star and Full Art cards.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Release Date | May 4, 2018 (English) |
| Publisher | The Pokémon Company |
| Total Cards | 131 numbered + 9 secret rares |
| Pokémon-GX | 8 cards |
| Full Art | 13 cards |
| Prism Star | 5 cards |
| Rainbow Rares | 9 cards |
| Secret Rares | 6 cards |
| Key Chase Card | Palkia-GX 132/131, Greninja-GX 133/131 |
About the Set
Forbidden Light, released in May 2018, is built around Ultra Necrozma. It carries Pokémon-GX, Prism Star and Full Art cards.
How to identify it: numbered cards read N/131. Secret rares are numbered above the total (132/131 onward).
Rarities & Chase Cards
SM Forbidden Light had a single English print run. The chase cards are its Pokémon-GX and secret rares.
Complete Card Gallery
All 140 cards from SM Forbidden Light. Click any card to view it full size — use the arrow keys (or swipe) to move through the set.
Key Cards
The cards below lead SM Forbidden Light on the secondary market.
| Card | Name | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
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Palkia-GX 132/131 Rainbow Rare | A rainbow rare card and one of Forbidden Light’s headline pulls. |
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Greninja-GX 133/131 Rainbow Rare | A rainbow rare card and one of Forbidden Light’s headline pulls. |
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Lucario-GX 135/131 Rainbow Rare | A rainbow rare card and one of Forbidden Light’s headline pulls. |
Promo Cards
The SM Black Star Promos ran alongside the era’s expansions.
Black Star Promos use their own numbering and carry a black star where a set symbol would be.
Collecting & Where to Buy
SM Forbidden Light is out of print and trades on the secondary market. Common singles are inexpensive, while the Pokémon-GX, Full Art and secret rares carry the strongest premiums.
Collector tip: the Full Art and secret cards are the prize — check borders and surface closely on any graded copy.
Note: external links are provided for reference only. Always confirm a card's printing, condition and authenticity before purchasing.