Grookey Collector’s Guide: Sword Shield #11

Character Intro

Grookey is a lively Common Pokémon from the Sword Shield set, card number 11. With 70 HP and the attack Beat, it’s a straightforward addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Regulation Mark: D
• Attacks:
• Scratch (10 damage, 1 Colorless Energy)
• Beat (20 damage, 1 Grass + 1 Colorless Energy)
• Abilities: None
• Evolves From: None
• Flavor Text: When it uses its special stick to strike up a beat, the sound waves produced carry revitalizing energy to the plants and flowers in the area.

Key Printings

This guide covers the Grookey card from the Sword Shield set, card number 11. It is a common rarity card with no alternate printings or special editions noted.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Grookey card. Identification is straightforward by its set code “swsh1” and card number “11.” The card’s artwork by Kouki Saitou and its regulation mark “D” help confirm authenticity.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats as per the provided data.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this common Grookey card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to maintain its vibrant illustration and text clarity.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Sword Shield (swsh1): This set introduced Grookey as a Basic Grass-type Pokémon with simple but effective attacks. It serves as an accessible entry point for collectors and players focusing on Grass decks. The card’s naturalistic art and flavor text emphasize Grookey’s connection to nature and rhythm.