Flapple Collector’s Guide: Shining Fates Shiny Vault SV013

Character Intro

Flapple (SV013) from the Shining Fates Shiny Vault is a Rare Shiny, Stage 1 Grass-type with 80 HP. It features the tactical Ability Apple Drop and the attack Acid Spray, pairing strategic chip damage with utility. The vibrant shiny artwork and unique traits make it a standout collectible.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Applin)
• Ability: Apple Drop — place 2 damage counters on an opponent’s Pokémon once per turn, then shuffle Flapple and attached cards into your deck if damage was placed.
• Attack: Acid Spray — deals 60 damage and may discard an Energy from the opponent’s Active Pokémon on a coin flip.
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Flavor Text: It ate a sour apple, and that induced its evolution. In its cheeks, it stores an acid capable of causing chemical burns.
• Regulation Mark: D
• Series: Sword & Shield
• Set Code: swsh45sv
• Card ID: swsh45sv-SV013
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact Flapple card is from the Shining Fates Shiny Vault subset, identified by the number SV013. It is a rare shiny variant within the Sword & Shield series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is uniquely identified by its set code (swsh45sv), card number (SV013), and rare shiny rarity. The illustrator is Shigenori Negishi.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• Not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Its Ability and attack offer tactical options in casual play: Apple Drop for precise damage placement, and Acid Spray for potential Energy denial.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the shiny finish and detailed artwork, store this card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Shining Fates Shiny Vault: Features shiny variants of popular Pokémon, including this rare shiny Flapple, highlighting unique abilities and attacks that add strategic depth and visual appeal for collectors and players.