Torterra (Brilliant Stars 8) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Torterra is a Rare Holo from Brilliant Stars, numbered 8. This sturdy Pokémon has 190 HP and features the powerful attack Hammer In. Its vibrant design captures the essence of its formidable presence in battle.

Quick Facts

• Evolves from: Grotle
• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 2
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: F

Key Printings

From the Sword & Shield series’ Brilliant Stars set, this Rare Holo is numbered 8.
Attacks:
– Evopress — 50 damage for each of your Evolution Pokémon in play
– Hammer In — 160 damage

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include the set code “swsh9” and the card ID “swsh9-8.” The illustrator is Oswaldo KATO, whose artwork highlights Torterra’s massive form.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its Retreat Cost of 4 and reliance on Evolution Pokémon for Evopress suggest strategic deck building to maximize its potential.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the Rare Holo finish and artwork, store in a protective sleeve away from sunlight and moisture. For long-term storage, use a top loader or a binder with rigid pages.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Brilliant Stars (swsh9): Features Torterra as a powerful Grass-type Stage 2 with strong attacks and a high HP pool; the set emphasizes evolutionary synergy, showcased by Evopress.