Pawniard Collector’s Guide (Sword Shield #133)

Character Intro

Pawniard (#133) is a Common Pokémon from the Sword Shield set with 70 HP and the attack Metal Claw. Its straightforward kit makes it an easy, no-frills addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Metal
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: Grass -30
• Attacks:
• Cut Up (10 damage, 1 Colorless energy)
• Metal Claw (20 damage, 1 Metal + 1 Colorless energy)
• Flavor Text: “A pack of these Pokémon forms to serve a Bisharp boss. Each Pawniard trains diligently, dreaming of one day taking the lead.”
• Regulation Mark: D
• Illustrator: Motofumi Fujiwara
• Image:

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Pawniard card from the Sword Shield set, card number 133. It is a Common rarity card with no known alternate printings or special editions. The release date for this printing is unknown.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Pawniard card. Identification is straightforward via its set code “swsh1” and card number “133”. The regulation mark “D” helps confirm its print era within the Sword Shield series.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This Pawniard card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No additional tournament or play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

Store the card in a protective sleeve away from sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the illustrated front by Motofumi Fujiwara to maintain condition and value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Sword Shield (swsh1): Pawniard appears as a Basic Metal-type Pokémon with solid HP and simple but effective attacks. It fits well into early Sword Shield decks focused on Metal energy strategies. The set itself is known for introducing many new Pokémon and mechanics, with Pawniard serving as a reliable common option.