Tyranitar V Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Tyranitar V from the Battle Styles set is a Rare Ultra card numbered 155. With 230 HP, it’s a resilient Basic Pokémon V built for aggressive play. Its signature attack, Single Strike Crush, exemplifies its hard-hitting, high-risk style.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Basic, V, Single Strike
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: E
• Rules: V rule applies—when your Pokémon V is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Attacks & Strategy

• Cragalanche: 60 damage and discards the top 2 cards of your opponent’s deck.
• Single Strike Crush: 240 damage and discards the top 4 cards of your own deck.

This exact printing, Battle Styles 155, emphasizes momentum swings—pressuring the opponent’s deck while threatening massive damage at a cost to your own resources.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include the set code “swsh5” and the card ID “swsh5-155.” The card is visually identified by its Darkness type symbol and the Single Strike logo.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. It carries the standard V rule, making it a high-risk, high-reward card in gameplay.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the artwork and surfaces by sleeving immediately and storing away from sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending and scuffing. Minimize handling to preserve its Rare Ultra condition.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Battle Styles (swsh5): Introduced Tyranitar V as a powerful Single Strike Basic V Pokémon with strong offensive capabilities and a high HP pool. This set emphasizes aggressive strategies and features the Single Strike mechanic prominently.