Lotad (Celestial Storm 36) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Lotad (Celestial Storm 36) is a Basic Water-type Common with 60 HP and a single attack, Surprise. It’s a straightforward, accessible pick for set builders and Water-type fans alike.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Attack: Surprise — Choose a random card from your opponent’s hand, reveal it, and shuffle it into their deck; deals 10 damage.
• Flavor Text: It searches about for clean water. If it does not drink water for too long, the leaf on its head wilts.
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Legality: unknown
• Image URL: /images/sm7/sm7-36.jpg

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Sun & Moon series’ Celestial Storm set as a Common, numbered 36. The artwork is by Atsuko Nishida, known for classic, detailed Pokémon illustrations.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Lotad. It is identified by set code “sm7” and card number “36.” Its Water type, Basic stage, and single Water attack “Surprise” distinguish it from other Lotad printings.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status for this card is unknown. It is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to available data. Given its simple attack and low HP, it fits casual play or collection more than competitive use.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the card in a sleeve and store it away from sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface—especially important for cards that see frequent handling.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Celestial Storm (sm7): Features Lotad as a Basic Water-type with the hand-disruption attack “Surprise.” It aligns with the set’s themes of celestial and natural elements, and its Common rarity makes it easy to acquire for set completion.

A modest yet charming addition to any collection—especially for enthusiasts of the Sun & Moon era and Water-type Pokémon.