Yamper Collector’s Guide: Sword Shield #73

Character Intro

Yamper is a Common Pokémon card from the Sword Shield set, numbered 73. It has 70 HP and features the attack Static Shock. This card adds a spark to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: D
• Flavor Text: This Pokémon is very popular as a herding dog in the Galar region. As it runs, it generates electricity from the base of its tail.

Key Printings

This printing of Yamper appears in the Sword Shield set, numbered 73. It features two attacks:
– Roar: Forces the opponent to switch their Active Pokémon with one of their Benched Pokémon.
– Static Shock: Deals 10 damage with a Lightning energy cost.

The card does not have any abilities.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Yamper card. It is identified by its set code “swsh1” and regulation mark “D.” The card’s common rarity and Basic subtype make it a straightforward collectible without alternate forms or special editions.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its simple attack set and low HP suggest it is more suited for casual play or collection rather than competitive decks.

Care & Storage Tips

• Store in a protective sleeve, away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Avoid bending or scratching to preserve condition and the illustration by Akira Komayama.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Sword Shield: This set introduced Yamper as a Basic Lightning-type Pokémon with a focus on simple, tactical attacks. It is part of the early Sword Shield lineup, capturing the essence of Galar’s electric herding dog in a common rarity card.