Gapejaw Bog Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Gapejaw Bog is an uncommon card from the Astral Radiance set, numbered 142. Its art evokes a murky, mysterious swamp and adds a distinctive atmospheric element to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: swsh10-142
• Stage: Stadium
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Regulation Mark: F
• Series: Sword & Shield
• Subtypes: Stadium
• Types: None
• Evolves From: None
• Weaknesses/Resistances: None
• Rules Text: Whenever either player puts a Basic Pokémon from their hand onto their Bench, put 2 damage counters on that Pokémon.

Key Printings

The only known printing of Gapejaw Bog is from the Astral Radiance set (swsh10), where it appears as card number 142. This uncommon Stadium card is illustrated by Oswaldo KATO.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward via its set code (swsh10), card number (142), and unique Stadium subtype.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Play Notes

Its effect can influence benching strategies by penalizing Basic Pokémon placement with damage counters.

Care & Storage Tips

As a Stadium card with no special print variants, standard protective sleeves and storage in a card binder or top-loader are recommended to preserve condition. Avoid exposure to moisture and direct sunlight to maintain the artwork’s vividness.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Astral Radiance (swsh10): Gapejaw Bog debuts as a strategic Stadium card with a unique damage counter mechanic affecting Basic Pokémon benching. Its uncommon rarity and striking illustration by Oswaldo KATO make it a notable inclusion in this set.