Wishiwashi (Guardians Rising 37) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Wishiwashi from the Guardians Rising set is a common Pokémon card numbered 37. It features a modest 30 HP and the unique ability called Schooling. Its attack, Sharpshooting, adds a strategic edge to gameplay.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: None
• Ability: Schooling — switch with Wishiwashi-GX in hand, keeping all effects
• Attack: Sharpshooting — 10 damage to one opponent’s Pokémon (Water energy)
• Flavor Text: “When it’s in trouble, its eyes moisten and begin to shine. The shining light attracts its comrades, and they stand together against their enemies.”
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Legality: unknown
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Sun & Moon series set “Guardians Rising” as card number 37. It is a Common rarity card illustrated by Sanosuke Sakuma. No release date is specified for this printing.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code “sm2” and the card number 37 within Guardians Rising. The card is a Basic Pokémon with the subtype “Basic” and features a Water type.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data. The Schooling ability allows strategic switching with Wishiwashi-GX, maintaining all attached cards and effects, which can be tactically advantageous. Its low HP and single Water energy attack make it a fragile but potentially useful setup Pokémon.

Care & Storage Tips

As a Common card with no special variants, standard protective sleeves and storage in a binder or card box are recommended to preserve the card’s condition. Avoid exposure to moisture and direct sunlight to maintain the vibrant illustration by Sanosuke Sakuma.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Guardians Rising (sm2): Wishiwashi appears as a Basic Water-type Pokémon with the Schooling ability, emphasizing its unique mechanic of switching to its GX form while retaining all effects. This set highlights Wishiwashi’s role in team synergy and tactical play, supported by its modest HP and straightforward attack.