Electrode Collector’s Guide: Chilling Reign #222

Character Intro

Electrode from the Chilling Reign set is a Rare Secret card boasting 90 HP. Its ability, Buzzap Generator, adds strategic depth to gameplay, complemented by the dynamic Electric Ball attack. This card holds a distinctive place in any collection due to its unique features.

Quick Facts

• HP: 90
• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Voltorb)
• Rarity: Rare Secret
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: D

Key Printings

This Electrode card is from the Sword & Shield series, specifically the Chilling Reign set. It is a Rare Secret card, numbered 222 in the set.

Ability: Buzzap Generator

Allows the player to attach up to 2 Lightning Energy cards from their deck to their Lightning Pokémon once per turn while Electrode is on the Bench, at the cost of Electrode being Knocked Out.

Attack: Electric Ball

Deals 100 damage with a cost of two Lightning and one Colorless Energy.

Variants & Identifiers

This Electrode card has no known print variants. It can be identified by its set code “swsh6-222,” the Rare Secret rarity, and the illustrator credit to Ryo Ueda. The card’s regulation mark is D, and it features the subtypes “Stage 1” and “Stage 1” again, confirming its evolution status.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
  Its unique ability and solid damage output make it an interesting card for casual play or collection, but official tournament legality is unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork and maintain the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Rare Secret rarity, consider using a top loader or a binder with rigid pages for long-term storage. Handle the card with clean hands to avoid oils and dirt.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Chilling Reign: This set introduced Electrode with a powerful energy-accelerating ability and a strong attack, emphasizing Lightning-type strategies. The card stands out as a Rare Secret, making it a prized addition for collectors focusing on the Sword & Shield era.