Grumpig Collector’s Guide: HS Triumphant #23

Character Intro

Grumpig from the HS Triumphant set is a Rare card numbered 23 with 90 HP. This Psychic-type Stage 1 Pokémon showcases the disruptive “Psychic Lock” and the swingy “Bench Manipulation,” offering strategic play options. Its vibrant design captures the unique essence of Grumpig within the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Spoink)
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Attacks:
• Psychic Lock: Prevents opponent’s use of Poké-Powers next turn and deals 20 damage.
• Bench Manipulation: Deals 40 damage times the number of tails flipped for each opponent’s Benched Pokémon; damage ignores Weakness and Resistance.
• Flavor Text: “It can perform odd dance steps to influence foes. Its style of dancing became hugely popular overseas.”
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Legality: unknown

Key Printings

This Grumpig card is from the HS Triumphant set, numbered 23, and is classified as Rare. It is a Psychic-type Stage 1 Pokémon with no listed abilities and two strategic attacks that can disrupt opponents’ gameplay and inflict variable damage.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact Grumpig card. Identification is straightforward by:
– Set code: “hgss4-23”
– Rarity: Rare
– Illustration: Yukiko Baba
– Typing/Subtype: Psychic, Stage 1

Legality & Play Notes

Legality

• Legality status: unknown.
• It is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Players should verify tournament rules before including this card in decks.

Play Notes

• Psychic Lock is a timely disruption tool against decks relying on Poké-Powers while also dealing 20 damage.
• Bench Manipulation pressures opponents who maintain a wide Bench, with damage that ignores Weakness and Resistance.

Care & Storage Tips

Store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Handle with clean hands and keep it in a rigid top-loader or binder to maintain condition and value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• HS Triumphant: Features Grumpig as a Rare Psychic-type Stage 1 Pokémon with tactical attacks that can hinder opponents’ abilities and manipulate bench damage. The card’s detailed illustration and unique flavor text make it a notable collectible within the set.