Category: Battle Styles

  • Collector’s Guide: Tyranitar V (Battle Styles #97)

    Tyranitar V Collector’s Guide

    Character Intro

    Tyranitar V from the Battle Styles set is a Rare Holo V card with a robust 230 HP. Its powerful attack Single Strike Crush makes it a striking addition to any collection. Numbered 97 in the set, it showcases dynamic Battle Styles design.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Battle Styles 97 Rare Holo V 230 Ayaka Yoshida
    • Card Number: 97
    • Set: Battle Styles (swsh5)
    • Type: Darkness
    • Stage: Basic, V, Single Strike
    • Retreat Cost: 3
    • Weakness: Grass ×2
    • Regulation Mark: E
    • Rules: V rule applies—when your Pokémon V is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

    Key Printings

    This printing is from the Battle Styles expansion, identified by set code swsh5-97. It is a Rare Holo V card featuring Tyranitar V with two attacks:

    • Cragalanche — 60 damage and discards the top 2 cards of your opponent’s deck.
    • Single Strike Crush — 240 damage and discards the top 4 cards of your own deck.

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include the card number 97, the Rare Holo V rarity, and the illustrator Ayaka Yoshida. The card’s Darkness type and Single Strike subtype also distinguish it within the Battle Styles set.

    Legality & Play Notes

    Legality: unknown
    This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. The V rule applies, meaning if Tyranitar V is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the holo finish and Ayaka Yoshida’s artwork, store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending and surface scratches. Avoid excessive handling to maintain collector value.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Battle Styles (swsh5): Introduced Tyranitar V as a powerful Single Strike Basic V Pokémon with disruptive deck control and high damage output. This set emphasizes aggressive strategies and features striking holo artwork.

    Tyranitar V

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    Tyranitar V (Battle Styles) #97

  • Collector’s Guide: Morpeko (Battle Styles #98)

    Morpeko (Battle Styles 98) Collector’s Guide

    Character Intro

    Morpeko from the Battle Styles set is an Uncommon Basic Darkness-type card numbered 98. It has 80 HP and features the attack Hangry Tackle—a straightforward addition to any collection.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Battle Styles 98 Uncommon 80 NC Empire
    • Type: Darkness
    • Stage: Basic
    • Retreat Cost: 1
    • Weakness: Grass ×2
    • Regulation Mark: E
    • Flavor Text: Hunger hormones affect its temperament. Until its hunger is appeased, it gets up to all manner of evil deeds.

    Key Printings

    This exact printing of Morpeko appears in the Sword & Shield Battle Styles set as card number 98. It is an Uncommon rarity card illustrated by NC Empire. No other print variants are listed for this card.

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants for this Morpeko card. It can be identified by its Darkness type, Basic stage, and the set code “swsh5-98.”

    Attacks

    • Gather Food: Retrieves an Item card from the discard pile.
    • Hangry Tackle: Deals increased damage if you have no cards in hand.

    Legality & Play Notes

    • Legality: unknown
    • This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data.

    Care & Storage Tips

    As an Uncommon card from the Battle Styles set, preserving the sharpness of the NC Empire illustration and the card’s edges is important for maintaining collector value. Store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and humidity to prevent fading and warping.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Battle Styles (swsh5): This set introduced Morpeko with a focus on its hunger-driven temperament and unique Darkness-type attacks. The card is a Basic Pokémon with moderate HP and a retreat cost of 1, fitting well into thematic decks that leverage discard pile recovery and conditional attack boosts.

    Morpeko Battle Styles 98

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    Morpeko (Battle Styles) #98

  • Collector’s Guide: Steelix (Battle Styles #99)

    Collector’s Guide: Steelix (Battle Styles #99)

    Steelix (Battle Styles 99) Collector’s Guide

    Character Intro

    Steelix from the Battle Styles set is a Rare Holo card numbered 99. This sturdy Pokémon boasts 190 HP and features the powerful attack Heavy Impact. Its robust design makes it a notable addition to any collection.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Battle Styles 99 Rare Holo 190 NC Empire
    • Type: Metal
    • Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Onix)
    • Weakness: Fire ×2
    • Resistance: Grass -30
    • Retreat Cost: 4
    • Regulation Mark: E

    Key Printings

    This Steelix card is from the Battle Styles set, identified by the set code swsh5-99. It is a Rare Holo card, notable for its high HP and powerful attacks.

    Attacks:
    – Steel Swing — Flip 2 coins. This attack does 80 damage for each heads.
    – Heavy Impact — 200 damage.

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its card number 99 in the Battle Styles set, the Rare Holo rarity, and the illustrator NC Empire. The card’s image can be referenced at /images/swsh5/swsh5-99.jpg.

    Legality & Play Notes

    Legality: unknown
    This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No additional tournament or play notes are available.

    Care & Storage Tips

    • Store in a protective sleeve to preserve the holo finish.
    • Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture.
    • Avoid bending or scratching to maintain collector value.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Battle Styles: Introduces Steelix as a powerful Metal-type Stage 1 Pokémon with high HP and strong attacks, emphasizing strategic coin flips and heavy damage output. The card’s design and abilities reflect Steelix’s rugged and iron-rich body, making it a memorable addition to the set.

    Steelix (Battle Styles) #99

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    Steelix (Battle Styles) #99