Squirtle (SWSH233) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

This Squirtle from the SWSH Black Star Promos set is a charming Promo card with 70 HP. Its straightforward Water Gun attack reflects Squirtle’s classic Water-type identity, and the clean, approachable design makes it a standout for collectors focused on promotional releases.

Quick Facts

Card Stats

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: None
• Evolves From: None
• Attack: Water Gun (20 damage, costs 1 Water energy)
• Flavor Text: “When it retracts its long neck into its shell, it squirts out water with vigorous force.”
• Regulation Mark: F
• Set Code: swshp
• Series: sword_shield
• Image:

Printing & Artwork

This printing is a promo card from the SWSH Black Star Promos series, identified by SWSH233. It’s a Basic Water-type Pokémon card with no abilities and a single attack, Water Gun. The illustration by kurumitsu emphasizes clarity and charm.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is uniquely identified by its promo rarity, set code “swshp,” and card number SWSH233. The regulation mark “F” places it within the Sword & Shield era of the Pokémon TCG.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• No additional tournament rules or special play notes are provided.

Care & Storage Tips

As a promo card, preserving the vibrant artwork and clean edges is important. Store it in a protective sleeve, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• SWSH Black Star Promos: This set includes promotional cards released alongside the Sword & Shield series. The Squirtle SWSH233 promo stands out with its simple, classic Water Gun attack and charming flavor text, making it a collectible piece for fans of the Water-type starter Pokémon.