Goldeen Collector’s Guide: Sword Shield #45

Character Intro

Goldeen (#45) from the Sword Shield set is a common Basic Water-type Pokémon with 70 HP and a single attack, Horn Attack. Simple, vibrant, and easy to slot into a collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Attack: Horn Attack (10 damage, costs 1 Colorless Energy)
• Regulation Mark: D
• Flavor Text: Its dorsal and pectoral fins are strongly developed like muscles. It can swim at a speed of five knots.

Key Printings

This Goldeen appears in the Sword Shield base set (set code swsh1) as card number 45 at common rarity.

Variants & Identifiers

This printing has no known alternate print variants. It is identified by its common rarity, Water type, and the illustrator Suwama Chiaki. The card’s regulation mark is D, which helps distinguish it within the Sword Shield series.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No additional tournament play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the artwork by Suwama Chiaki by storing the card in a sleeve away from sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching to maintain condition.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Sword Shield (swsh1): Introduces Goldeen as a Basic Water-type with straightforward attack capability and 70 HP—an easy include for beginners and set completion.