Galarian Runerigus Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Galarian Runerigus from the Chilling Reign set is a Rare Holo card numbered 83 with 120 HP. It features the ability Spiteful Slate and the attack Energy Press, offering a distinctive addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• HP: 120
• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Galarian Yamask)
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Ability: Spiteful Slate — Reflects damage counters onto attacking Pokémon VMAX when damaged
• Attack: Energy Press — Deals 60+ damage, increasing by 20 for each Energy attached to the opponent’s Active Pokémon
• Flavor Text: “Never touch its shadowlike body, or you’ll be shown the horrific memories behind the picture carved into it.”
• Rarity: Rare Holo
• Regulation Mark: E
• Illustrator: KEIICHIRO ITO
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Sword & Shield expansion “Chilling Reign” as card number 83. It is a Rare Holo variant, making it a visually appealing and collectible card for fans of the set and the Galarian form Pokémon line.

Variants & Identifiers

No alternate print variants are known for this card. Identification relies on the set code “swsh6,” card number 83, and the Rare Holo rarity. The regulation mark “E” further distinguishes this printing.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its unique ability, Spiteful Slate, offers strategic counterplay against Pokémon VMAX by punishing attackers with damage counters. The Energy Press attack scales with the opponent’s Energy attachments, providing flexible offensive potential.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s holo finish and detailed artwork by KEIICHIRO ITO, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Chilling Reign (swsh6): Introduced Galarian Runerigus as a Rare Holo card with a unique Fighting-type ability and attack, expanding the Galarian Yamask evolutionary line with a dark, thematic presence.