Trapinch Collectors Guide: Shining Fates #40

Character Intro

Trapinch is a Common Pokémon card from the Shining Fates set, numbered 40. It features 60 HP and a single attack called Land’s Pulse. Its straightforward design makes it a practical addition for collectors focusing on this vibrant set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Attack: Land’s Pulse (10+ damage; does 10 more damage if a Stadium is in play)
• Flavor Text: “Its nest is a sloped, bowl-like pit in the desert. Once something has fallen in, there is no escape.”
• Regulation Mark: D
• Evolves From: None
• Abilities: None

Key Printings

This exact Trapinch card appears in the Shining Fates set as card number 40. It is a Common rarity card with no special print variants. The illustration by MAHOU emphasizes its desert environment and natural trap behavior.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Trapinch card. Identifiers include the set code “swsh45,” regulation mark “D,” and its Fighting type. The card image can be referenced at /images/swsh45/swsh45-40.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This Trapinch card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Its single Fighting energy attack, Land’s Pulse, benefits from Stadium cards but otherwise offers modest damage output.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this Common card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its lack of rarity variants, maintaining a clean surface and sharp corners will help retain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Shining Fates: Trapinch appears as a Basic Fighting-type Pokémon with a simple but effective attack that synergizes with Stadium cards. Its common rarity and straightforward design make it accessible for collectors and players alike.