Snorunt Collectors Guide: Guardians Rising (sm2-31)

Character Intro

Snorunt is a Common Pokémon card from the Guardians Rising set, numbered 31. It features 60 HP and two Water-type attacks—Chilly and Frost Breath. With no Abilities and straightforward gameplay, it’s an easy, appealing pickup for collectors, complemented by Tomokazu Komiya’s distinctive artwork.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Metal ×2
• Attacks:
• Chilly (10 damage, costs 1 Water)
• Frost Breath (20 damage, costs 2 Water)
• Evolves From: None
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Abilities: None
• Flavor Text: “Their numbers seem to have rapidly increased in Alola. Custom has it that houses where Snorunt live will be prosperous for generations to come.”

Key Printings

The key printing of Snorunt in the Guardians Rising set is card number 31. This Common rarity card showcases Tomokazu Komiya’s original artwork and Snorunt’s two Water-type attacks, Chilly and Frost Breath. As a Basic Pokémon with no abilities, it’s straightforward in gameplay and collecting.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Snorunt card. Identification is straightforward by its set code “sm2” and card number “31.” The card’s Water type, 60 HP, and the illustrator’s signature style also help confirm authenticity.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown.
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats, according to the provided data. With no special abilities and a Retreat Cost of 2, it’s a simple choice for collectors rather than competitive play.

Care & Storage Tips

Preserve condition by sleeving the card and keeping it away from sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the illustrated front. A binder page or a top-loader helps maintain appearance and value over time.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Guardians Rising (sm2): This set introduced Snorunt as a Basic Water-type Pokémon with straightforward attacks and charming flavor text. It fits well within the Alola-themed expansion, emphasizing cultural lore and simple gameplay mechanics. The card is a solid collectible for fans of the Sun & Moon series.