Oricorio (Fusion Strike 42) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Oricorio from the Fusion Strike set is a Rare Pokémon card with 90 HP. It features the ability Lesson in Zeal and the attack Glistening Droplets. This card is numbered 42 in the set.

Quick Facts

• HP: 90
• Type: Fire
• Stage: Basic, Fusion Strike
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Ability: Lesson in Zeal (reduces damage taken by Fusion Strike Pokémon by 20)
• Attack: Glistening Droplets (places 5 damage counters on opponent’s Pokémon in any way)
• Regulation Mark: E
• Flavor Text: “This Oricorio has drunk red nectar. If its Trainer gives the wrong order, this passionate Pokémon becomes fiercely angry.”
• Illustrator: Oswaldo KATO
• Image URL: /images/swsh8/swsh8-42.jpg

Key Printings

This card is printed as number 42 in the Fusion Strike set. It is a Rare card and features the Fusion Strike subtype, making it a notable choice for collectors interested in this specific Sword & Shield expansion.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact printing of Oricorio. The card is identified by its set code “swsh8” and regulation mark “E.” The card’s unique ability and attack also help distinguish it from other Oricorio cards.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is currently not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its ability, Lesson in Zeal, is unique to Fusion Strike Pokémon and can be strategically valuable in casual play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork by Oswaldo KATO and maintain card condition, store this card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and unique ability, keeping it in a top-loader or binder with other Fusion Strike cards is recommended.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Fusion Strike (swsh8): This set introduces Oricorio with a fiery theme and a damage-reducing ability tailored for Fusion Strike decks. It stands out with its tactical attack that allows flexible damage placement, fitting well into aggressive or control strategies.