Cranidos Collector’s Guide: SWSH Black Star Promos SWSH274

Character Intro

Cranidos from the SWSH Black Star Promos set offers a sturdy 90 HP and a headline attack in Stone Edge, giving it punchy gameplay potential. As a Promo, it stands out for collectors seeking distinctive releases with exclusive art.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Unidentified Fossil)
• HP: 90
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: F
• Flavor Text: Its hard skull is its distinguishing feature. It snapped trees by headbutting them, and then it fed on their ripe berries.

Key Printings

This Cranidos is a promotional Sword & Shield Black Star Promos release identified as SWSH274. It’s a rare promo notable for its clean Fighting-type presentation and unique artwork by GIDORA. No other printings or reprints are documented for this exact version.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Cranidos promo. It can be identified by set code “swshp,” number “SWSH274,” and the illustrator credit to GIDORA. The card’s image can be referenced at: /images/swshp/swshp-SWSH274.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
According to the provided data, this card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. It features two attacks:
– Ram — 20 damage for one Fighting Energy.
– Stone Edge — 40+ damage for two Fighting Energy; flip a coin for an additional 40 damage.
No abilities or special rules apply.

Care & Storage Tips

As a promo with unique artwork, protect it in a sleeve, keep it out of direct sunlight, and avoid moisture. Handle with clean hands to maintain condition. For long-term preservation, use a top loader or a binder with individual pockets.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• SWSH Black Star Promos: This set includes promotional cards like Cranidos SWSH274, highlighting Sword & Shield-era Pokémon with exclusive artwork and unique identifiers. The focus is collectible promos rather than tournament-legal staples.