Tapu Bulu Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Tapu Bulu from the Battle Styles set is a Rare Holo card numbered 16 (swsh5-16). This vibrant Basic Grass-type features 130 HP and showcases the powerful attack Nature’s Judgment. Illustrated by Ryota Murayama, its striking design makes it a notable addition for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Push Down (20 damage): Forces opponent to switch Active Pokémon with a Benched one.
• Nature’s Judgment (80+ damage): Can discard all Energy attached to Tapu Bulu to add 80 more damage.
• Flavor Text: “Although it’s called a guardian deity, it’s violent enough to crush anyone it sees as an enemy.”
• Regulation Mark: E
• Series: Sword & Shield
• Set Code: swsh5
• Card ID: swsh5-16
• Image:

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Battle Styles set printing of Tapu Bulu, card number 16, illustrated by Ryota Murayama. It is a Rare Holo variant, emphasizing its collectible appeal.

Variants & Identifiers

No alternate print variants are documented for this card. Identification is straightforward via its set code (swsh5), card number (16), and the Rare Holo rarity. The regulation mark “E” helps place it within the Sword & Shield timeline.

Legality & Play Notes

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

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holofoil finish and vibrant artwork by Ryota Murayama, store this card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Battle Styles (swsh5): This set introduced Tapu Bulu as a powerful Grass-type Basic Pokémon with disruptive and high-damage attacks. The card’s Rare Holo status and striking illustration make it a notable collectible within the Sword & Shield series.