Seadra (Battle Styles 32) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Seadra from the Battle Styles set is an uncommon card numbered 32 with 90 HP and the Water Gun attack—a straightforward, aquatic-themed addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Horsea)
• Attack: Water Gun (40 damage, costs 1 Water Energy)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: E
• Flavor Text: “It is capable of swimming backwards by rapidly flapping its winglike pectoral fins and stout tail.”
• Illustrator: 0313
• Set: Battle Styles (swsh5)
• Card Number: 32
• Rarity: Uncommon
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Battle Styles expansion of the Sword & Shield series, identified by set code swsh5 and card number 32. It features a clean, straightforward design with no additional abilities beyond its single Water Gun attack.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include its Water type, Stage 1 subtype, regulation mark “E,” and the illustrator credit 0313, which helps distinguish it from other Seadra printings.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its simple attack and moderate HP make it more of a collector’s item than a competitive staple.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve condition, store the card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially since it has no special holo or variant protections.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Battle Styles (swsh5): Introduces Seadra as a solid Water-type Stage 1 with a single Water Gun attack. It fits straightforward Water Energy strategies but is primarily valued for collection due to its uncommon rarity and clean design.

This Seadra printing offers collectors a vivid glimpse into the Battle Styles set’s approach to classic Pokémon designs with a modern twist.