Tapu Fini Collector’s Guide: Chilling Reign #40

Character Intro

Tapu Fini from the Chilling Reign set is a Rare Holo card numbered 40. With 120 HP and striking artwork, it stands out both in a binder and on the table. Its notable attack, Ocean Loop, adds a dynamic element to gameplay.

Quick Facts

• HP: 120
• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic, Rapid Strike
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Regulation Mark: E
• Flavor Text: Although it’s called a guardian deity, terrible calamities sometimes befall those who recklessly approach Tapu Fini.

Key Printings

This exact printing of Tapu Fini appears in the Sword & Shield expansion titled Chilling Reign. It is identified as card number 40 and is classified as a Rare Holo. The card features two attacks: “Smash Turn,” which deals 30 damage and allows switching with a benched Pokémon, and “Ocean Loop,” a powerful 120-damage attack that returns an Energy attached to Tapu Fini to the player’s hand.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Tapu Fini card. Key identifiers include its set code “swsh6,” regulation mark “E,” and the illustrator credit to Shin Nagasawa. The card’s subtype is Basic Rapid Strike, and it carries the Water type symbol.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card’s tournament legality status is unknown. It is not currently listed as legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players should verify current tournament rules before including this card in competitive decks.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant holofoil and detailed artwork by Shin Nagasawa, store this card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain its collector value. Using a top-loader or binder with rigid pages is recommended for long-term storage.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Chilling Reign: Introduced Tapu Fini as a Rare Holo Basic Rapid Strike Water-type Pokémon with versatile attacks emphasizing energy manipulation and strategic switching. This set expanded the Sword & Shield series with dynamic new gameplay options and striking card art.