Dottler (Sword Shield 18) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Dottler is an Uncommon Pokémon card from the Sword Shield set, numbered 18. It has 70 HP and features the straightforward attack Ram. Cleanly illustrated by Misa Tsutsui, it’s a solid add for collectors focused on the Sword Shield series.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Blipbug)
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Regulation Mark: D
• Flavor Text: “As it grows inside its shell, it uses its psychic abilities to monitor the outside world and prepare for evolution.”
• Image URL: /images/swsh1/swsh1-18.jpg

Key Printings

The key printing of Dottler is from the Sword Shield set, numbered 18, with an Uncommon rarity. This printing is notable for its clean design and faithful representation of the Pokémon’s traits.

Variants & Identifiers

• No known print variants
• Set code: “swsh1-18”
• Regulation mark: “D”
• Illustrator: Misa Tsutsui

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats, according to the provided data.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity and unknown release date, maintaining the illustration’s vibrancy and overall card integrity is key for long-term value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Sword Shield: Introduced Dottler as a Stage 1 Grass-type Pokémon with a unique combination of defensive and offensive attacks, reflecting its psychic monitoring abilities. This set established Dottler’s role in the evolving metagame and collector interest.

This guide covers the exact printing of Dottler from the Sword Shield set, providing collectors with essential information for identification and care.