Sliggoo Collector’s Guide: Fusion Strike #196

Character Intro

Sliggoo from the Fusion Strike set is an uncommon card with 80 HP. This sleek Pokémon features the attack Body Slam, offering a straightforward offensive option. Its modest rarity makes it a balanced addition to many collections.

Quick Facts

• Type: Dragon
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Goomy)
• Retreat Cost: 3 Colorless Energy
• Weaknesses: None listed
• Resistances: None listed
• Regulation Mark: E
• Flavor Text: “The lump on its back contains its tiny brain. It thinks only of food and escaping its enemies.”

Key Printings

This exact printing of Sliggoo appears in the Sword & Shield Fusion Strike expansion, card number 196. It features two attacks:
– Melt, which deals 20 damage for one Colorless Energy
– Body Slam, which deals 50 damage and has a chance to paralyze the opponent’s Active Pokémon, requiring Water and Psychic Energy

There are no abilities on this card.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Sliggoo card. It is identified by the set code “swsh8” and the card number 196. The illustrator credit to Saya Tsuruta and the regulation mark “E” help confirm authenticity.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this uncommon card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its moderate retreat cost and unique attacks, maintaining its physical quality is essential for collectors and potential casual play.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Fusion Strike (swsh8): Introduced Sliggoo as a Stage 1 Dragon-type with a focus on simple but effective attacks. The set is known for its dynamic artwork and strategic gameplay elements, with Sliggoo fitting into the theme as a modest but interesting Pokémon card.