Grapploct Collector’s Guide: Shining Fates Shiny Vault SV073

Character Intro

Grapploct from the Shining Fates Shiny Vault set is a Rare Shiny card numbered SV073. It features 130 HP and the attack Tough Swing. Its vibrant design makes it a striking addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• HP: 130
• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Clobbopus)
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: D

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the exact printing of Grapploct from the Shining Fates Shiny Vault set, card number SV073. It is a Rare Shiny variant with shimmering foil and a detailed illustration by Masakazu Fukuda.

Variants & Identifiers

No other print variants are listed for this card. It is uniquely identified by the set code swsh45sv and card number SV073. The card’s market reference query is “Grapploct Shining Fates Shiny Vault SV073.”

Legality & Play Notes

Legality

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Attacks

• Octolock: Increases the defending Pokémon’s attack cost by two Colorless energies and prevents retreat while Grapploct remains active.
• Tough Swing: Deals 130 damage and ignores Resistance.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the rare shiny foil and artwork, store the card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Shining Fates Shiny Vault: This subset within the Sword & Shield series focuses on shiny Pokémon variants, offering collectors rare and visually distinct cards like this Grapploct SV073. The set is known for its vibrant foil treatments and exclusive shiny Pokémon art.