Sawk Collector’s Guide: Burning Shadows #72

Character Intro

Sawk from the Burning Shadows set is a common Pokémon card numbered 72. A Basic Fighting-type with 90 HP, it features the defensive Quick Guard and the straightforward Brick Break—making it a clean, reliable choice for both collectors and players.

Quick Facts

• HP: 90
• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Attacks: Quick Guard (prevents damage from Basic Pokémon attacks next turn), Brick Break (40 damage, ignores resistance and effects)
• Flavor Text: “Desiring the strongest karate chop, they seclude themselves in mountains and train without sleeping.”
• Illustrator: Shigenori Negishi
• Rarity: Common
• Set: Burning Shadows (sm3)
• Card Number: 72

Key Printings

This exact printing of Sawk appears in the Sun & Moon series, specifically the Burning Shadows expansion. It is a Basic Fighting-type Pokémon card with no evolutions or abilities, focusing on tactical defense and straightforward offense.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. The card is identified by its set code “sm3-72” and is commonly referenced as “Sawk Burning Shadows 72.” It features no special regulation mark or alternate art.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

• Quick Guard offers a strategic defensive option against Basic Pokémon.
• Brick Break provides consistent 40 damage, unaffected by resistance or effects.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. As a common, it’s ideal for casual collectors who value clean, well-maintained cards. Avoid bending and extreme temperatures to preserve card stock and artwork.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Burning Shadows (sm3): Sawk appears as a reliable Basic Fighting-type Pokémon with a focus on defense and straightforward damage. This set highlights its disciplined nature through flavor text and artwork, making it a solid addition for collectors interested in Fighting-type Pokémon from the Sun & Moon era.