Gyarados Collector’s Guide (151 Set)

Character Intro

Gyarados from the 151 set is a Rare card with 190 HP. Its ability, Untamed One, pairs with the powerful Hyper Beam attack for a high-risk, high-reward play pattern. This striking card is numbered 130 in the collection.

Quick Facts

• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Magikarp)
• Type: Water
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Weakness: Lightning (×2)
• Ability: Untamed One — requires discarding the top 5 cards of your deck when evolving this Pokémon from your hand.
• Attack: Hyper Beam — deals 200 damage and discards an Energy from your opponent’s Active Pokémon.
• Flavor Text: “Once it appears, it goes on a rampage. It remains enraged until it demolishes everything around it.”
• Regulation Mark: G
• Set Code: sv3pt5
• Series: scarlet_violet
• Card ID: sv3pt5-130
• Image:

Key Printings

This Gyarados is a rare Stage 1 Pokémon from the Scarlet & Violet “151” set. It stands out for its high HP and a strong attack that can disrupt the opponent’s Energy resources. Illustrator Kouki Saitou delivers dynamic, intense artwork that complements the card’s aggressive gameplay profile.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “sv3pt5,” card number 130, and the distinctive artwork by Kouki Saitou. The regulation mark “G” and the “scarlet_violet” series label further help distinguish this printing.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its ability requires a significant deck cost when evolving, which may influence deck-building strategies. The powerful Hyper Beam attack can be a game-changer by removing opponent Energy.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and detailed artwork, handle with clean hands and store in a rigid top-loader or binder.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• 151 (scarlet_violet): This set features Gyarados as a rare Stage 1 Water-type with a high HP pool and a disruptive ability. It emphasizes aggressive playstyles with a costly evolution mechanic balanced by a powerful attack.