Gyarados V Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Gyarados V from the Evolving Skies set is a Rare Ultra card with 220 HP. This Water-type Basic Pokémon V features the attack Heavy Storm and vivid artwork, making number 171 a striking addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic, V
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Regulation Mark: E
• Rules: V rule applies—when your Pokémon V is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This exact printing of Gyarados V is from the Sword & Shield Evolving Skies expansion, identified by set code swsh7 and card number 171. It is a Rare Ultra card, distinguished by its high HP and powerful attacks “Get Angry” and “Heavy Storm.”

Variants & Identifiers

• No print variants are listed for this card.
• Identifiers: set code swsh7, number 171, illustrator PLANETA Tsuji.
• Market reference query: “Gyarados V Evolving Skies 171.”

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain card condition, store this card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Rare Ultra status, careful handling is recommended to avoid edge wear and surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Evolving Skies (swsh7): Features Gyarados V as a powerful Water-type Basic V Pokémon with strong offensive capabilities and a high HP pool. It adds strategic depth with its “Get Angry” attack that increases damage based on damage counters, and the heavy-hitting “Heavy Storm.”