Swablu Collector’s Guide: Silver Tempest #142

Character Intro

Swablu is a Common Pokémon card from the Silver Tempest set, numbered 142. It has 50 HP and features the attack Continuous Spin. This card offers a straightforward addition to any collection with its simple yet charming design.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -30
• Attack: Continuous Spin — Flip a coin until tails; does 20 damage per heads.
• Flavor Text: Its cottony wings are full of air, making them light and fluffy to the touch. Swablu takes diligent care of its wings.
• Regulation Mark: F

Key Printings

This exact printing of Swablu appears in the Sword & Shield series set “Silver Tempest” with card number 142. It is a common rarity card featuring a single Colorless-type attack called Continuous Spin, which can deal variable damage based on coin flips.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include the set code “swsh12” and the regulation mark “F.” The card’s artwork by Miki Tanaka is distinctive and consistent with the Silver Tempest set style.

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

Store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its common rarity, it suits collectors focusing on the Silver Tempest set or fans of Swablu. Avoid bending or scratching the card to maintain its illustrated appeal.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Silver Tempest (swsh12): Swablu #142 is a common Basic Pokémon card featuring a unique coin-flip attack and soft, airy artwork. It fits well into collections emphasizing the Sword & Shield era and showcases the gentle nature of Swablu through its flavor text and design.