Dottler Collector’s Guide: Paradox Rift Illustration Rare (sv4-184)

Character Intro

Dottler from the Paradox Rift set is a striking Illustration Rare card, numbered 184. It features 80 HP and the attacks Protect and Zen Headbutt. This card’s detailed artwork makes it a notable addition for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Blipbug)
• Attacks:
• Protect: Flip a coin; if heads, prevent all damage and effects of attacks during opponent’s next turn.
• Zen Headbutt: Deals 20 damage.
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: G
• Flavor Text: “As it grows inside its shell, it uses its psychic abilities to monitor the outside world and prepare for evolution.”
• Image:

Key Printings

The key printing of Dottler is this Illustration Rare from the Paradox Rift set (sv4-184). It is distinguished by its detailed artwork and rarity status within the Scarlet & Violet series.

Variants & Identifiers

This card has no known print variants. Identifiers include its set code sv4, card number 184, and rarity as Illustration Rare. The illustrator credit goes to Tetsu Kayama.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid illustration and card condition, store Dottler in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Paradox Rift (sv4): This set introduces Dottler as an Illustration Rare with unique psychic-themed flavor text and a balanced Grass-type design. The card’s protective ability and Zen Headbutt attack offer strategic options, though its tournament legality remains unknown.