Pangoro (Fusion Strike 174) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Pangoro from the Fusion Strike set is an Uncommon card numbered 174. It has 140 HP, making it a sturdy addition to any deck. Its notable attack, Shakedown, offers strategic potential in battle. This card blends resilience with tactical play in a sleek design.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Pancham)
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Resistances: None
• Regulation Mark: E

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Fusion Strike set, card number 174. No abilities are present on this card.

Attacks

• Knocking Hammer — Discards the top card of your opponent’s deck and deals 90 damage.
• Shakedown — Discards a random card from your opponent’s hand and deals 150 damage.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code swsh8-174 and the regulation mark E. The card’s rarity is Uncommon, and it is part of the Sword & Shield series.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
  Its high retreat cost and strong attacks make it a notable collector’s piece, though its tournament viability is uncertain.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its uncommon rarity and detailed illustration by HYOGONOSUKE, maintaining its mint condition will help retain collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Fusion Strike: This set introduced Pangoro as a powerful Darkness-type Stage 1 Pokémon with impactful discard attacks. It fits well into decks focusing on disruption and heavy damage output. The set is known for its dynamic artwork and strategic gameplay elements.