Galvantula Collector’s Guide (Sword Shield 71)

Character Intro

Galvantula is an Uncommon card from the Sword Shield set, numbered 71. It has 100 HP and features the attack Volt Wave. This vibrant card is a solid addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Joltik)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: D

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Sword Shield printing of Galvantula, card number 71. Its attack, Volt Wave, deals 60 damage and can paralyze the opponent’s Active Pokémon on a coin flip. The card’s flavor text emphasizes the debilitating nature of its electrified fur attack.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact Galvantula card. Identifiers include the set code “swsh1” and regulation mark “D.” The card is classified as Uncommon and is a Stage 1 Lightning-type Pokémon.

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

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain condition, store this card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its uncommon rarity, a binder page or rigid top-loader helps prevent edge wear and surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Sword Shield (swsh1): Galvantula appears as an uncommon Stage 1 Lightning-type Pokémon with a paralyzing attack, Volt Wave. The set showcases artwork by otumami and includes regulation mark D. Release date is unknown.