Togedemaru Collector’s Guide: Sun Moon #53

Character Intro

Togedemaru #53 is a Common, Basic Lightning-type from the Sun Moon set with 70 HP. It offers straightforward play: keep safe with Defense Curl and unleash Discharge by converting attached Lightning Energy into damage.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Metal -20
• Attacks:
• Defense Curl: Flip a coin; if heads, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks during your opponent’s next turn.
• Discharge: Discard all Lightning Energy attached to Togedemaru; this attack does 30 damage for each discarded Energy.
• Abilities: None
• Evolves From: None
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Set Code: sm1
• Series: Sun Moon
• Legality: unknown

Key Printings

This card originates from the Sun Moon base set as card number 53. Its common rarity makes it widely available for set builders. Megumi Mizutani’s artwork gives it a distinctive look among Lightning-type cards.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants are known. Identification is simple via set code “sm1” and card number “53.” It follows classic Sun Moon design cues and lacks a regulation mark, helping distinguish it from later printings or expansions.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status is unknown. It is not currently listed as legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Verify tournament rules before including it in competitive play.

Care & Storage Tips

As a common from Sun Moon, use sleeves and store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Avoid bending or moisture to preserve condition and the vibrant Megumi Mizutani artwork.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Sun Moon (sm1): Introduces Togedemaru as a Basic Lightning-type with a defensive flip attack and an energy-discarding offense. The set spotlights fresh artwork and Alola-era favorites, with this card fitting neatly into the electric, strategy-forward theme.