Granbull Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Granbull from the HeartGold SoulSilver set is a Rare card numbered 22. It boasts 90 HP and features the attack Timid Tackle. This Pokémon offers a straightforward yet solid presence in any collection.

Quick Facts

Card Stats

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Stage 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Attacks:
• Timid Tackle: Deals 50 damage but Granbull does 20 damage to itself and then switches with a Benched Pokémon.
• Chomp: Deals 40 damage plus 10 more for each damage counter on Granbull.
• Flavor Text: “Because its fangs are too heavy, it always keeps its head tilted down. However, its bite is powerful.”
• Illustrator: Ken Sugimori

Attack Notes

• Timid Tackle trades 50 damage for 20 self-damage and an immediate switch to a Benched Pokémon.
• Chomp scales with damage counters on Granbull, adding 10 more damage for each one.

Key Printings

This exact Granbull card is from the HeartGold SoulSilver set, numbered 22, and classified as Rare. It features no abilities but has two distinct attacks that balance risk and reward, making it a unique collectible from this series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “hgss1-22” and the HeartGold SoulSilver series logo. The card’s artwork by Ken Sugimori is a key visual identifier.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to available data.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and detailed illustration, handling with clean hands and keeping it in a rigid case is recommended to maintain its value and appearance.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• HeartGold SoulSilver: This set features Granbull as a solid Stage 1 Colorless Pokémon with a unique self-damaging attack and a scaling damage attack, reflecting its powerful bite and heavy fangs. The set is known for its faithful artwork by Ken Sugimori and includes this card as a rare collectible.