Pyukumuku Collector’s Guide: Unbroken Bonds #53

Character Intro

Pyukumuku from the Unbroken Bonds set is an uncommon card numbered 53. It has 70 HP and features the attack Surprise Fist. This modestly sturdy Pokémon offers a unique addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

Card Details

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Call for Family: Search your deck for up to 2 Basic Pokémon and put them onto your Bench, then shuffle your deck.
• Surprise Fist: Play Rock-Paper-Scissors with your opponent; if you win, this attack does 60 more damage (base 60+ damage).
• Flavor Text: The tradition known as Pyukumuku chucking started from the custom of throwing Pyukumuku back into the sea after they wash onshore.
• Image:

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the exact printing of Pyukumuku from the Sun & Moon Unbroken Bonds set, card number 53. It is an uncommon rarity card with no known alternate printings or special editions.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include the set code “sm10” and the card number “53.” The illustrator credit goes to Asako Ito, which can help verify authenticity.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This Pyukumuku card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its unique attack involving Rock-Paper-Scissors adds an element of chance to gameplay, which may appeal to collectors interested in cards with interactive mechanics.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its uncommon rarity and detailed illustration, maintaining the card’s surface and edges is essential for long-term value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Unbroken Bonds (sm10): This set features Pyukumuku as a Basic Water-type with a focus on bench support and a playful attack mechanic. The card fits well into decks that benefit from quick bench setup and adds flavor with its unique Rock-Paper-Scissors attack.