Scraggy Collector’s Guide: Evolving Skies #98

Character Intro

Scraggy from the Evolving Skies set is a Common card numbered 98 with 70 HP. This Basic Darkness-type features the attack Hard Head, giving a straightforward early-game option.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Resistance: None
• Attack: Hard Head (10 damage; reduces damage taken next turn by 10)
• Flavor Text: “It protects itself with its durable skin. It’s thought that this Pokémon will evolve once its skin has completely stretched out.”
• Regulation Mark: E

Key Printings

The key printing of Scraggy is from the Sword & Shield Evolving Skies set, card number 98. This Common rarity card features artwork by Shin Nagasawa and is a straightforward Basic Pokémon with a single attack.

Variants & Identifiers

This printing has no known variants or alternate printings. It can be identified by its set code “swsh7-98,” Darkness type, and the unique Hard Head attack. The card’s regulation mark is E, and it has no abilities.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its simple attack and low HP make it more of a collector’s piece than a competitive choice.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this Common card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain the vibrant illustration by Shin Nagasawa.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Evolving Skies (swsh7): Introduced Scraggy as a Basic Darkness-type with a defensive attack, emphasizing durability and potential evolution hinted in flavor text. This set is known for featuring evolving Pokémon and their pre-evolutions.