Araquanid Collector’s Guide: Fusion Strike #20

Character Intro

Araquanid from the Fusion Strike set is a Rare card numbered 20 with 120 HP. This vibrant Pokémon highlights the attack Bubble Launch and stands out as a distinctive addition to any collection thanks to its striking illustration and energy-shifting attack package.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Araquanid
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Dewpider)
• Type: Grass
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Flavor Text: It acts as a caretaker for Dewpider, putting them inside its bubble and letting them eat any leftover food.
• Attacks:
• Bug Bite (30 damage, costs 1 Grass Energy)
• Bubble Launch (110 damage, costs 1 Grass + 2 Colorless; allows moving an Energy from Araquanid to a Benched Pokémon)
• Illustrator: KIYOTAKA OSHIYAMA
• Regulation Mark: E
• Set Code: swsh8
• Series: Sword & Shield
• Card ID: swsh8-20
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Fusion Strike set as card number 20. It is classified as a Rare card and features no additional print variants.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Araquanid card. Identification relies on the set code “swsh8,” card number 20, and the illustrator KIYOTAKA OSHIYAMA’s distinctive artwork.

Legality & Play Notes

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

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant illustration and maintain its condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and unknown legality, keeping it in mint condition is advisable for both collectors and potential future play.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Fusion Strike: Introduced Araquanid as a Rare Grass-type Stage 1 Pokémon with a unique caretaker flavor and versatile attacks, emphasizing energy manipulation and moderate damage output.