Grubbin (Unbroken Bonds 18) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Grubbin is a Common Pokémon card from the Unbroken Bonds set, numbered 18. It has 60 HP and two straightforward attacks—Electrical Signal for setup and Corkscrew Punch for damage—making it an easy, no-frills addition to a collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2 Colorless Energy
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Flavor Text: “If you find its nest, you shouldn’t stick your hand inside. You’ll get bitten by an irritated Grubbin.”
• Attacks:
• Electrical Signal: Search your deck for up to 2 Lightning Pokémon, reveal them, and put them into your hand. Then, shuffle your deck. (Cost: 1 Colorless)
• Corkscrew Punch: Deals 30 damage. (Cost: 3 Colorless)

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Sun & Moon series—Unbroken Bonds, card number 18. It is a Common rarity card with no known alternate print variants. Illustrated by Yuka Morii, the artwork emphasizes the Pokémon’s defensive nature.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or special regulation marks. Identified by set code “sm10” and card number 18. The card’s type is Grass, notable given Grubbin’s usual typing in other media.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
According to the provided data, this card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No additional tournament or play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to preserve Yuka Morii’s detailed artwork. A stable, temperature-controlled environment helps maintain condition.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Unbroken Bonds (sm10): Grubbin appears as a Basic Grass-type with an attack that supports Lightning Pokémon decks, adding a simple setup option for collectors and players.