Swinub (Astral Radiance 31) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Swinub is a Common Pokémon card from the Astral Radiance set, numbered 31. It has 60 HP and features the attack Icy Wind. A straightforward addition for collectors focused on this set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Metal ×2
• Attacks:
• Stampede (20 damage, 2 Colorless energy)
• Icy Wind (40 damage, Water + 2 Colorless energy; puts opponent’s Active Pokémon to Sleep)
• Flavor Text: Swinub excels at sniffing out mushrooms buried beneath grass or snow. Since ancient times, the people of Hisui have often relied upon this skill.
• Regulation Mark: F
• Set Code: swsh10
• Image:

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Astral Radiance Swinub #31 (Common). Its attacks offer moderate damage and a sleep-inducing effect, making it a simple, early-stage pickup for set-focused collectors.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact Swinub card. Identifiers include the set code “swsh10,” the card number “31,” and the illustrator Kouki Saitou. The card’s Water type and Basic stage classification further distinguish it within the Astral Radiance set.

Legality & Play Notes

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

Its straightforward attack set and moderate HP make it more suitable for casual play or collection than for competitive tournament use.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or exposure to extreme temperatures to preserve the artwork and text. Given its moderate retreat cost and no special abilities, it fits well in beginner decks or display collections.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Astral Radiance: Introduced this Water-type Swinub with a sleep-inducing attack and flavor text highlighting its natural skills. The set showcases Kouki Saitou’s detailed illustration and adds a balanced Basic Pokémon to the Sword & Shield series lineup.
• Other Sets: Unknown for this exact printing.