Hydreigon (SWSH Black Star Promos SWSH037) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Hydreigon from the SWSH Black Star Promos set packs a sturdy 160 HP and pairs the engine-like ability Dark Squall with the hard-hitting Pitch-Black Fangs. Its sleek artwork leans into Hydreigon’s dark aesthetic, appealing to both collectors and players.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Hydreigon
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Zweilous)
• Type: Darkness
• HP: 160
• Ability: Dark Squall — Attach a Darkness Energy card from your hand to one of your Pokémon as often as you like during your turn.
• Attack: Pitch-Black Fangs — Deals 130 damage; requires two Darkness and one Colorless Energy.
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Resistance: None
• Flavor Text: “There are a slew of stories about villages that were destroyed by Hydreigon. It bites anything that moves.”
• Illustrator: Taira Akitsu
• Set: SWSH Black Star Promos
• Card Number: SWSH037
• Rarity: Promo
• Regulation Mark: D
• Image:

Key Printings

This Hydreigon card appears exclusively in the SWSH Black Star Promos set with card number SWSH037. Its promotional rarity makes it a special collectible outside regular expansion sets.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants are documented for this card. It is identified by the set code “swshp,” regulation mark “D,” and promo rarity status. The Darkness type and Stage 2 evolution line also help with quick verification.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
According to available data, this card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Always confirm current tournament rules before deck inclusion.

Care & Storage Tips

Preserve the artwork and condition by sleeving the card and keeping it away from sunlight and moisture. Given its promo rarity, handle with clean hands and store in a rigid top-loader or binder to prevent edge wear and surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• SWSH Black Star Promos: A lineup of unique promotional cards like Hydreigon SWSH037, featuring striking illustrations and exclusive gameplay mechanics not found in main expansions.