Tangela (Burning Shadows 7) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Tangela from the Burning Shadows set is a Common card numbered 7 with 80 HP. It features the attack Bind Down, adding tactical options to your gameplay. Its straightforward design makes it a solid choice for collectors and players alike.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Attack: Bind Down (10 damage) — prevents the Defending Pokémon from retreating during your opponent’s next turn
• Flavor Text: Many writhing vines cover it, so its true identity remains unknown. The blue vines grow its whole life long.
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing of Tangela appears in the Burning Shadows set as card number 7. It is a Common rarity card, illustrated by Shibuzoh., and features the single attack Bind Down.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward by its set code “sm3” and number “7” within the Burning Shadows series.

Legality & Play Notes

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

Its simple attack and moderate HP make it a basic but potentially useful card for casual play or collection.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork and maintain card condition, store this Tangela card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching to keep the card’s value intact.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Burning Shadows (sm3): Tangela appears as a Common Basic Grass-type Pokémon with a unique Bind Down attack that restricts opponent movement. This set highlights Tangela’s mysterious vine-covered form with detailed illustration by Shibuzoh.