Frogadier Collector’s Guide: Unbroken Bonds #52

Character Intro

Frogadier from the Unbroken Bonds set is an uncommon card with 80 HP. It features the attack Afterimage Strike, adding a dynamic edge to gameplay. Numbered 52 in the set, this card offers a balanced blend of agility and power.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Froakie)
• Attack: Afterimage Strike (20 damage, prevents damage on coin flip if attacked next turn)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Flavor Text: It can throw bubble-covered pebbles with precise control, hitting empty cans up to a hundred feet away.
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Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Unbroken Bonds set printing, card number 52, which is an uncommon rarity. The card features no special abilities but has a unique attack that can mitigate damage based on a coin flip.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include the set code “sm10” and the card ID “sm10-52.” The card is a Water-type Stage 1 Pokémon with the subtype “Stage 1.”

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Its unique attack offers a strategic defensive option, but its tournament viability is unclear.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its uncommon rarity, maintaining sharp edges and vibrant artwork by avoiding bending or scratches is recommended.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Unbroken Bonds (sm10): This set features Frogadier as a nimble Water-type Stage 1 Pokémon with a defensive attack. The card fits well into thematic Water decks but lacks abilities, focusing on straightforward gameplay mechanics.