Grapploct Collector’s Guide: Fusion Strike #153

Character Intro

Grapploct from the Fusion Strike set is an Uncommon Pokémon card with 130 HP. This agile fighter features the attack Magnum Punch, adding a dynamic edge to your deck. Numbered 153, Grapploct offers solid performance for collectors and players alike.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Clobbopus)
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Resistances: None
• Regulation Mark: E

Key Printings

This exact printing of Grapploct appears in the Fusion Strike set, identified by the set code swsh8 and card number 153. It features two attacks: Lunge Out dealing 40 damage and Magnum Punch dealing 90 damage, both requiring Fighting energy and Colorless energy. The card is classified as Uncommon rarity.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants are known for this card. It is uniquely identified by its card ID swsh8-153 and the Fusion Strike set code swsh8. The regulation mark E helps distinguish it within the Sword & Shield series.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No additional tournament or play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain card condition, store this Grapploct card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its uncommon rarity, handling with clean hands and keeping it in a rigid top-loader or binder is recommended for collectors.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Fusion Strike (swsh8): Grapploct is featured as a solid Fighting-type Stage 1 Pokémon with balanced HP and straightforward attacks, fitting well into aggressive or mid-range decks. Its presence in this set adds depth to Fighting-type strategies.