Squirtle Collector’s Guide: Unbroken Bonds #33

Character Intro

Squirtle from the Unbroken Bonds set is a common card numbered 33. This lively Pokémon has 60 HP and features the attack Bubble. Its straightforward design makes it a staple for collectors and players alike.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Attack: Bubble — Flip a coin; if heads, the opponent’s Active Pokémon is Paralyzed. Deals 10 damage.
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Flavor Text: “It shelters itself in its shell, then strikes back with spouts of water at every opportunity.”
• Image URL: /images/sm10/sm10-33.jpg

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Sun & Moon series set “Unbroken Bonds,” card number 33. It is a common rarity card featuring no abilities and a single attack, Bubble, which can paralyze the opponent’s Active Pokémon on a successful coin flip.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It has no regulation mark and no special subtypes beyond Basic. The card is identified by its set code “sm10” and number “33.” The illustrator credit goes to tetsuya koizumi.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
According to the provided data, this card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No additional tournament or play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

As a common card with no special variants, standard protective sleeves and storage in a cool, dry environment are recommended to preserve condition. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight to maintain the vibrancy of the illustration by tetsuya koizumi.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Unbroken Bonds (sm10): This set includes Squirtle #33 as a straightforward Basic Water-type Pokémon card. It fits well into beginner decks and collectors focusing on the Sun & Moon series. The set itself is known for its dynamic artwork and synergy between Pokémon pairs, though this Squirtle card remains a simple, classic representation.