Krabby Collector’s Guide: Sword Shield #42

Character Intro

Krabby from the Sword Shield set is a common Basic Water-type Pokémon card with 80 HP. It features the straightforward attack Vise Grip. This card is numbered 42 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: D

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Sword Shield set printing of Krabby, card number 42. It features two attacks:
– Aqua Shower: deals 10 damage to each of your opponent’s Pokémon
– Vise Grip: deals 30 damage

The card has no abilities.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact printing of Krabby. Identification is straightforward via:
– Set code: “swsh1-42”
– Rarity: Common
– Illustrator: ryoma uratsuka
– Regulation Mark: D

Legality & Play Notes

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

Care & Storage Tips

Store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain condition and collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Sword Shield (swsh1): Krabby appears as a Basic Water-type Pokémon with practical attacks and a common rarity. It fits well into beginner decks but is not tournament-legal in current formats.