Tympole Collector’s Guide: Evolving Skies #42

Character Intro

Tympole is a common Pokémon card from the Evolving Skies set, numbered 42. With 70 HP and a single attack, Mud-Slap, it’s a straightforward pick for Water-type collections.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2 Colorless
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Attack: Mud-Slap (10 damage, costs 1 Colorless)
• Flavor Text: It uses sound waves to communicate with others of its kind. People and other Pokémon species can’t hear its cries of warning.
• Regulation Mark: E
• Evolves From: None

Key Printings

This exact printing of Tympole appears in the Evolving Skies expansion of the Sword & Shield series. It is a common rarity card with no special abilities and a straightforward attack, Mud-Slap, dealing 10 damage.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward by its set code “swsh7-42” and the common rarity symbol. The card’s artwork by Mina Nakai is a key visual identifier.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its simple attack and moderate HP make it a basic choice for casual play or collection rather than competitive decks.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this common card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially around the illustrated area by Mina Nakai.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Evolving Skies (swsh7): Tympole appears as a common Basic Water-type Pokémon, emphasizing simple gameplay and thematic sound-based communication. This set focuses on evolving Pokémon and features a variety of Water types, with Tympole serving as an accessible entry point for collectors and players alike.