Hydrapple Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Hydrapple from the Destined Rivals set is an Illustration Rare card with 170 HP. It features the striking attack Whip Smash, adding dynamic flair to any deck. This card’s vivid artwork makes it a standout piece for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Dipplin)
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Attacks:
• Hydra Breath: Discard 6 Basic Grass Energy cards from your hand to Knock Out your opponent’s Active Pokémon; otherwise, this attack does nothing.
• Whip Smash: Deals 140 damage with a cost of Grass + 2 Colorless Energy.
• Flavor Text: “Seven syrpents live inside an apple made of syrup. The syrpent in the center is the commander.”
• Regulation Mark: I
• Set Code: sv10
• Series: Scarlet & Violet
• Image:

Key Printings

The key printing of Hydrapple is from the Destined Rivals set, card number 188. This version is classified as an Illustration Rare, making it a visually distinctive and collectible card within the set.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Hydrapple card. It is identified by its set code sv10 and card number 188. The illustrator credited is Jerky, whose artwork defines this card’s unique look.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This Hydrapple card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Specific tournament legality and play considerations remain unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant illustration and maintain card condition, store Hydrapple in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Illustration Rare status, handling with clean hands and keeping it in a rigid top-loader or binder is recommended for long-term collection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Destined Rivals (sv10): Hydrapple debuts as a powerful Stage 2 Grass-type with a unique energy-discard attack and a high-damage smash move. Its Illustration Rare rarity and striking artwork make it a standout collectible in this set. Release date is unknown.