Froslass Collector’s Guide: Silver Tempest #43

Character Intro

Froslass is a Rare Water-type from the Silver Tempest set, numbered 43. With 90 HP and attacks that include Frosty Jail and Frost Breath, it’s a sleek, thematic addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Snorunt)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Metal ×2
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Frosty Jail (20+ damage): Does 90 more damage if Candice was played this turn; also Paralyzes opponent’s Active Pokémon.
• Frost Breath (60 damage): Straightforward Water and Colorless energy attack.
• Flavor Text: After a woman met her end on a snowy mountain, her regrets lingered on. From them, this Pokémon was born. Its favorite food is frozen souls.
• Regulation Mark: F
• Legal Status: unknown

Key Printings

The only known printing of this Froslass card is from the Sword & Shield “Silver Tempest” set, card number 43. It is classified as a Rare card and features no alternate print variants.

Variants & Identifiers

This card has no known print variants or special editions. Key identifiers include its set code “swsh12,” regulation mark “F,” and the unique artwork by Taira Akitsu. The card image can be referenced at /images/swsh12/swsh12-43.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its attack “Frosty Jail” synergizes with the Trainer Candice, offering a strategic paralysis effect and increased damage.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and rare status, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Silver Tempest (swsh12): Introduced this rare Froslass card featuring a unique Water-type Stage 1 evolution with thematic attacks and a haunting flavor text. No alternate printings or variants are known from this set.