Rillaboom Collector’s Guide (Sword Shield #15)

Character Intro

Rillaboom from the Sword Shield set is a rare card numbered 15. It boasts a robust 190 HP, making it a sturdy contender in battle. Its notable attack, Drum Beating, adds a rhythmic edge to its fighting style.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Thwackey)
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: D
• Flavor Text: By drumming, it taps into the power of its special tree stump. The roots of the stump follow its direction in battle.

Key Printings

This exact printing of Rillaboom appears in the Sword Shield base set, identified as card number 15. It is classified as a Rare card and features two attacks.

Attacks

• Drum Roll: Deals 90 damage and also hits each of the opponent’s Benched Pokémon for 10 damage.
• Drum Beating: A powerful 180-damage attack with a restriction on consecutive use.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card.

Key identifiers:
– Set code: swsh1
– Regulation mark: D
– Illustrator: Shin Nagasawa
– Image reference: /images/swsh1/swsh1-15.jpg

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Its high retreat cost and attack restrictions may influence deck-building strategies.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and detailed illustration, maintaining a clean, temperature-controlled environment will help retain its value and visual appeal.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Sword Shield (swsh1): This set introduced Rillaboom as a powerful Grass-type Stage 2 Pokémon with strong attacks and a notable HP of 190. It remains a collectible highlight due to its rarity and striking artwork by Shin Nagasawa.