Relicanth Collector’s Guide: Silver Tempest #44

Character Intro

Relicanth from the Silver Tempest set is a Common card numbered 44. It has a sturdy 90 HP and features the attack Water Pulse. This card offers a straightforward addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: F
• Flavor Text: Rock-hard scales and oil-filled swim bladders allow this Pokémon to survive the intense water pressure of the deep sea.

Key Printings

This exact printing of Relicanth appears in the Sword & Shield series set “Silver Tempest,” card number 44. It is a Common rarity card illustrated by SATOSHI NAKAI. No alternate print variants are listed for this card.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Relicanth card. It is identified by its set code “swsh12” and card number 44. The regulation mark “F” helps distinguish its legality and rotation status within formats.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality

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

Play Notes

• Fossil Finding: Recycles up to four Unidentified Fossil and Rare Fossil cards from the discard pile into the deck.
• Water Pulse: Deals 30 damage and puts the opponent’s Active Pokémon to sleep.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Common rarity, it is accessible but still benefits from careful handling to maintain collector value. Avoid bending or exposure to extreme temperatures.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Silver Tempest: Introduces this practical Relicanth with abilities focused on Fossil card recovery and status effects, fitting its deep-sea survival theme. The set emphasizes strategic deck recycling and disruption.