Spinarak Collector’s Guide: Shining Fates #43

Character Intro

Spinarak from the Shining Fates set is a Common Pokémon card numbered 43. A Basic Darkness-type with 60 HP, it uses the attacks Hang Down and Sting. This card offers a straightforward addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Attacks:
• Hang Down (10 damage, 1 Darkness energy)
• Sting (20 damage, 1 Darkness + 1 Colorless energy)
• Flavor Text: Although the poison from its fangs isn’t that strong, it’s potent enough to weaken prey that gets caught in its web.
• Regulation Mark: D
• Evolves From: None

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Shining Fates set, card number 43. It is a Common rarity card illustrated by sowsow. No alternate printings or promotional versions are noted for this specific card.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Spinarak card. Identification is straightforward via its set code “swsh45” and card number 43. The card features the Darkness type symbol and a regulation mark “D” indicating its intended tournament cycle.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats based on provided data.

Care & Storage Tips

As a common card with no special variants, standard protective measures such as sleeves and top loaders are recommended to preserve the card’s condition. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and moisture to maintain the vibrant artwork by sowsow.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Shining Fates (swsh45): This set includes Spinarak as a Common Basic Pokémon with modest HP and straightforward attacks. It fits well into collections focusing on Darkness-type Pokémon or the Shining Fates series.