Electabuzz Collector’s Guide: HS Triumphant #33

Character Intro

Electabuzz from the HS Triumphant set is an Uncommon card numbered 33 with 70 HP. This lively Lightning-type Pokémon features the attack Shock Bolt, showcasing its energetic nature. Its straightforward design fits well within the dynamic HS Triumphant collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Basic
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Metal -20
• Retreat Cost: 2 Colorless Energy
• Flavor Text: Its body constantly discharges electricity. Getting close to it will make your hair stand on end.

Key Printings

This Electabuzz card appears in HS Triumphant, identified by set code hgss4 and card number 33. As an Uncommon, it’s moderately accessible for HeartGold & SoulSilver collectors.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Electabuzz. It does not evolve from any other Pokémon and carries the Basic subtype. Unique identifier: hgss4-33.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown.

• Attacks:
• Light Punch: Deals 10 damage for one Colorless Energy.
• Shock Bolt: Costs two Lightning and one Colorless Energy, deals 60 damage, but requires a coin flip; if tails, all Lightning Energy attached to Electabuzz is discarded.

The coin-flip discard creates a clear risk–reward profile: low-cost poke with Light Punch, burst damage with Shock Bolt at the risk of losing Lightning Energy.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and condition, store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity, maintaining mint condition can enhance collector appeal.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• HS Triumphant: Features Electabuzz as a Basic Lightning-type with balanced HP and a mix of low and high damage attacks, aligning with the set’s HeartGold & SoulSilver era theme.