Falinks Collector’s Guide: Fusion Strike #154

Character Intro

Falinks from the Fusion Strike set is an Uncommon Pokémon card numbered 154 with 90 HP. It features the distinctive attack Cliff Edge Formation, showcasing its tactical prowess. Its straightforward design makes it a solid addition for collectors focusing on Fusion Strike.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: E
• Flavor Text: “The six of them work together as one Pokémon. Teamwork is also their battle strategy, and they constantly change their formation as they fight.”
• Image URL: /images/swsh8/swsh8-154.jpg

Key Printings

This exact printing of Falinks appears in the Sword & Shield Fusion Strike expansion, card number 154. It is classified as an Uncommon card and features no evolutions from previous cards. The card’s illustrator, Akira Komayama, provides a detailed and dynamic visual representation.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. The card is identified by its set code “swsh8” and number 154. Its rarity is Uncommon, and it carries the regulation mark “E,” which can help collectors verify its edition.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

• Headbutt: deals 30 damage for one Fighting energy.
• Cliff Edge Formation: does 60+ damage and can deal an additional 160 damage if the opponent has exactly one Prize card remaining.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity and detailed artwork, maintaining the card in near-mint condition is ideal for collectors. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Fusion Strike (swsh8): Introduced Falinks as a Basic Fighting-type Pokémon with a focus on teamwork and formation tactics. This set features a mix of energetic Fighting-type cards with unique attack conditions, including Falinks’ high-damage potential when the opponent is near defeat.