Dratini Collector’s Guide: Silver Tempest #129

Character Intro

Dratini from the Silver Tempest set is a common card numbered 129 with 70 HP and a single attack, Slam. Its straightforward design underscores Dratini’s classic charm in the Sword & Shield era.

Quick Facts

• Type: Dragon
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2 Colorless Energy
• Attack: Slam — Flip 2 coins; this attack does 30 damage for each heads.
• Flavor Text: Dratini dwells near bodies of rapidly flowing water, such as the plunge pools of waterfalls. As it grows, Dratini will shed its skin many times.
• Regulation Mark: F
• Set Code: swsh12
• Series: Sword & Shield

Key Printings

Common Dratini (#129) from Silver Tempest, illustrated by kurumitsu, features the coin-flip attack Slam.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact Dratini card. It can be identified by set code “swsh12,” number 129, and the illustrator credit to kurumitsu. The card’s image is available at /images/swsh12/swsh12-129.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
Based on the provided data, this card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No additional tournament or play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

As a common card with no special print variants, standard protective measures—sleeves and top loaders—are recommended to preserve condition. Avoid direct sunlight and moisture to maintain the vibrant illustration by kurumitsu.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Silver Tempest (swsh12): Dratini appears as a Basic Dragon-type Pokémon with a simple coin-flip attack. It fits well in Dragon-type or Sword & Shield–focused collections. The regulation mark “F” notes its place in the competitive timeline, though this card’s legality is unknown.