Swanna Collector’s Guide: Darkness Ablaze #149

Character Intro

Swanna from the Darkness Ablaze set is a Rare card numbered 149 with 110 HP. It features the Ability Sky Circus and the attack Feather Slice. This elegant Pokémon offers a balanced mix of defensive and offensive options for collectors and players alike.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Ducklett)
• Ability: Sky Circus — If you played Bird Keeper from your hand this turn, ignore all Energy in this Pokémon’s attack costs.
• Attack: Feather Slice — Costs three Colorless Energy; may discard a card to add 70 damage (70+ total).
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -30
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Flavor Text: “Swanna start to dance at dusk. The one dancing in the middle is the leader of the flock.”
• Regulation Mark: D
• Set Code: swsh3
• Series: Sword & Shield
• Rarity: Rare

Key Printings

This printing is from Darkness Ablaze, numbered 149. It carries the Rare symbol and is illustrated by Taira Akitsu, highlighting Swanna’s elegant, commanding presence. Sky Circus synergizes with Bird Keeper, making it a tactical inclusion for decks that run that Trainer.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward via set code “swsh3,” number “149,” the regulation mark “D,” and the distinctive Taira Akitsu artwork.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its ability to ignore Energy costs when paired with Bird Keeper can offer a strategic edge, but tournament viability is uncertain given its unknown legality status.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the card in a sleeve and store it away from direct sunlight and moisture to preserve the vibrant illustration and its Rare status. Given its zero retreat cost and unique ability, keeping it in mint condition benefits collectors and players who value its gameplay potential.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Darkness Ablaze (swsh3): Introduces Swanna #149 as a Rare Stage 1 with a synergy-driven ability and a powerful attack. Its elegant design and strategic potential make it a memorable addition to the Sword & Shield series.
• Other Sets: No other printings or variants are documented for this exact card.