Tangrowth Collector’s Guide: Unbroken Bonds (sm10-17)

Character Intro

Tangrowth from the Unbroken Bonds set is a rare card numbered 17. It boasts a sturdy 130 HP and features the attack Chlorowhip. This card offers a solid addition for collectors seeking powerful Grass-type Pokémon.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Tangela)
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistances: None
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Subtypes: Stage 1

Key Printings

This exact printing of Tangrowth appears in the Sun & Moon series set “Unbroken Bonds” with the set code sm10. It is a rare card numbered 17 in the set.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its unique card ID sm10-17 and the illustrator kodama’s distinctive artwork. The card’s image can be found at /images/sm10/sm10-17.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

This Tangrowth card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

• Bind Down: Prevents the Defending Pokémon from retreating during your opponent’s next turn, dealing 30 damage for one Grass Energy.
• Chlorowhip: Deals 90 damage for three Colorless Energy and heals 60 damage from Tangrowth if it has at least two Grass Energy attached.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this rare card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially the illustrated front by kodama. Use a rigid top-loader or binder with individual pockets for long-term storage.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Unbroken Bonds (sm10): This set features Tangrowth as a rare Stage 1 Grass-type Pokémon evolving from Tangela. It showcases strategic attacks that combine damage and healing, fitting the set’s theme of strong Pokémon bonds. The card’s flavor text emphasizes Tangrowth’s resilience, complementing its sturdy 130 HP.