Golisopod ex Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Golisopod ex from Paradox Rift is a striking Double Rare with 270 HP. Its signature attack, “Swing and Skedaddle,” makes it a notable addition to any collection. Numbered 50 in the set, it stands out for its impressive stats and design.

Quick Facts

• Evolves from: Wimpod
• Type: Water
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Aqua Blade (70 damage, costs 2 Colorless Energy)
• Swing and Skedaddle (170 damage, costs 1 Water and 2 Colorless Energy; requires discarding an Energy to switch with a Benched Pokémon)
• Pokémon ex rule: When knocked out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards

Key Printings

The key printing of Golisopod ex is from the Paradox Rift set, card number 50. This version is classified as Double Rare and features the regulation mark G. It is a Stage 1 ex Pokémon evolving from Wimpod.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include the set code sv4 and the card ID sv4-50. The card’s artwork is credited to N-DESIGN Inc.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
Note that as a Pokémon ex card, when Golisopod ex is Knocked Out, the opponent takes 2 Prize cards. This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Double Rare status, handling with clean hands and storing in a rigid top-loader or binder is recommended to maintain its value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Paradox Rift (sv4): Golisopod ex appears as a powerful Water-type Stage 1 ex Pokémon with high HP and strong attacks, fitting the set’s theme of paradoxical and dynamic Pokémon. This set does not provide additional print variants or alternate artworks for this card.