Forbidden Light·#42·2018
Mesprit, a Psychic-type Legendary Pokémon from Generation IV, is one of the revered lake guardians embodying emotion and significantly impacting human spirit. This specific card, #42 from the 2018 Forbidden Light set, is a common variant notable for its unique synergistic mechanics with Azelf and Uxie. Here, you will discover Mesprit's rich Pokédex lore, its card's attacks including energy costs, weakness, and its edition history within the Sun & Moon era.
Read more ↓Mesprit is a Psychic-type Legendary Pokémon, one of the three "lake guardians" of the Sinnoh region, introduced in Generation IV. Along with Uxie and Azelf, Mesprit embodies one of the three core aspects of the human spirit; in Mesprit's case, this is emotion. It is said that Mesprit taught humans the sorrow, pain, and joy of life. This Pokémon is unique in that it does not evolve from or into any other Pokémon. In the games, Mesprit can be found roaming the Sinnoh region after being encountered at Lake Verity, making it a challenging Pokémon to catch due to its elusive nature. Its role in the anime often centers around its connection to the other lake guardians and its ability to calm strong emotions. Mesprit is revered for its gentle yet powerful influence on the emotional well-being of both humans and Pokémon, making it a significant figure in Sinnoh lore. Its design, with its pink body, long ears, and gem-like headpiece, gives it an ethereal and mystical appearance that reinforces its legendary status.
Last updated: April 11, 2026
