Garbodor (Paradox Rift 117) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Garbodor from the Paradox Rift set is an Uncommon Darkness-type Stage 1 Pokémon with 120 HP, numbered 117. Its Venomous Hit attack adds a strategic poison threat to gameplay.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Trubbish)
• Attacks:
• Chuck: Discard any number of Pokémon Tool cards from your hand to deal 50 damage per card discarded.
• Venomous Hit: Deals 80 damage and poisons the opponent’s Active Pokémon.
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: None
• Flavor Text: The toxic liquid it launches from its right arm is so virulent that it can kill a weakened creature instantly.
• Regulation Mark: G

Key Printings

This exact Garbodor card appears in the Paradox Rift set, numbered 117, and is classified as Uncommon. The card is illustrated by Aya Kusube, whose detailed art emphasizes the Pokémon’s toxic nature.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “sv4-117” and the regulation mark “G.” The card’s Darkness type and Stage 1 subtype also help distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Specific tournament usage or legality is unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid illustration and card condition, store this Garbodor card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its moderate rarity, keeping it in a binder or top-loader is recommended for collectors.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Paradox Rift (sv4): This set introduces Garbodor with a focus on toxic and tool-related mechanics, emphasizing discard strategies and status effects. The card fits well into Darkness-type decks that leverage Pokémon Tool cards for increased damage output.