Malamar (Champion s Path 45) Collector’s Guide

Overview

Malamar from the Champion s Path set is an Uncommon card numbered 45. It features 120 HP and a single attack called Random Peck. A straightforward yet engaging addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Inkay)
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: D
• Flavor Text: Gazing at its luminescent spots will quickly induce a hypnotic state, putting the observer under Malamar’s control.

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Sword & Shield series set Champion s Path as card number 45. It is an Uncommon rarity card illustrated by kawayoo. No alternate printings or promotional variants are noted for this card.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Malamar card. Key identifiers include its set code “swsh35,” regulation mark “D,” and the unique combination of Darkness type with a 3 retreat cost and 120 HP.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently listed as legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Its attacks include “Eerie Wave,” which confuses the opponent’s Active Pokémon, and “Random Peck,” which can deal additional damage based on coin flips, offering strategic disruption and damage potential.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain condition, store this card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its uncommon rarity and detailed illustration, use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent edge wear and surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Champion s Path: Features Malamar as a Stage 1 Darkness-type Pokémon with a focus on status effects and variable damage. It fits well into decks that leverage confusion and coin flip mechanics, adding tactical depth to gameplay. The set is known for its thematic ties to Champion-level Pokémon and strategic card designs.