Category: sword_shield

Collector’s Guide: Oranguru (Sword Shield #148)
Oranguru Collector’s Guide: Sword Shield #148

Character Intro

Oranguru from the Sword Shield set is a Rare Holo card with 120 HP. It features the ability Primate Wisdom and the attack Whap Down. This card is numbered 148 in the set.

Quick Facts

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Sword Shield 148 Rare Holo 120 Shigenori Negishi
- Type: Colorless
- Stage: Basic
- Retreat Cost: 2
- Weakness: Fighting ×2
- Resistance: None
- Regulation Mark: D
- Flavor Text: It knows the forest inside and out. If it comes across a wounded Pokémon, Oranguru will gather medicinal herbs to treat it.
Key Printings

This Rare Holo printing in Sword Shield (card 148) features:
– Ability — Primate Wisdom: Once during your turn, you may switch a card from your hand with the top card of your deck.
– Attack — Whap Down: For three Colorless Energy, deals 70 damage.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code swsh1 and the card number 148. The illustrator credit goes to Shigenori Negishi. The card image can be found at /images/swsh1/swsh1-148.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes
- Legality: unknown
- This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
- Play notes: Its ability offers strategic deck manipulation, and its attack provides solid damage output for a Basic Pokémon.
Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s holofoil surface and vibrant artwork, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Sword Shield (swsh1): The debut set for this Oranguru printing, featuring a clean design and the introduction of the Primate Wisdom ability. This set focuses on a variety of Pokémon with new mechanics and updated artwork styles.
This Oranguru card is a thoughtful addition for collectors interested in strategic abilities and elegant illustration from the Sword Shield era.

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September 30, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Drampa (Sword Shield #149)
Drampa (Sword Shield 149) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Drampa from the Sword Shield set is a rare card with 130 HP and the attack Dragon Pulse. This card is numbered 149 in the set.

Quick Facts

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Sword Shield 149 Rare 130 tetsuya koizumi
- Type: Colorless
- Stage: Basic
- Retreat Cost: 2
- Weakness: Fighting ×2
- Resistance: None
- Regulation Mark: D
- Flavor Text: “The mountains it calls home are nearly two miles in height. On rare occasions, it descends to play with the children living in the towns below.”
Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Sword Shield set, card number 149. It features a single attack, Dragon Pulse, which deals 80 damage and requires discarding the top 2 cards of your deck. There are no abilities on this card.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code “swsh1” and the regulation mark “D.” The card’s image can be found at /images/swsh1/swsh1-149.jpg.

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

Store in a protective sleeve, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain condition.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Sword Shield (swsh1): Drampa appears as a Basic Colorless Pokémon with a solid HP of 130 and a straightforward attack that balances damage with deck management through discarding cards. This set introduces Drampa with a calm and mountainous theme, illustrated by tetsuya koizumi.
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September 30, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Rillaboom (Sword Shield #15)
Rillaboom Collector’s Guide (Sword Shield #15)

Character Intro

Rillaboom from the Sword Shield set is a rare card numbered 15. It boasts a robust 190 HP, making it a sturdy contender in battle. Its notable attack, Drum Beating, adds a rhythmic edge to its fighting style.

Quick Facts

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Sword Shield 15 Rare 190 Shin Nagasawa
- Type: Grass
- Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Thwackey)
- Retreat Cost: 4
- Weakness: Fire ×2
- Resistance: None
- Regulation Mark: D
- Flavor Text: By drumming, it taps into the power of its special tree stump. The roots of the stump follow its direction in battle.
Key Printings

This exact printing of Rillaboom appears in the Sword Shield base set, identified as card number 15. It is classified as a Rare card and features two attacks.

Attacks
- Drum Roll: Deals 90 damage and also hits each of the opponent’s Benched Pokémon for 10 damage.
- Drum Beating: A powerful 180-damage attack with a restriction on consecutive use.
Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card.

Key identifiers:
– Set code: swsh1
– Regulation mark: D
– Illustrator: Shin Nagasawa
– Image reference: /images/swsh1/swsh1-15.jpg

Legality & Play Notes
- Legality: unknown
- This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
- Its high retreat cost and attack restrictions may influence deck-building strategies.
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 rarity and detailed illustration, maintaining a clean, temperature-controlled environment will help retain its value and visual appeal.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Sword Shield (swsh1): This set introduced Rillaboom as a powerful Grass-type Stage 2 Pokémon with strong attacks and a notable HP of 190. It remains a collectible highlight due to its rarity and striking artwork by Shin Nagasawa.
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September 30, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Bede (Sword Shield #157)
Bede (Sword Shield 157) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Bede is an Uncommon Supporter card from the Sword Shield set, numbered 157. Its clean design makes it a solid, accessible pickup without the chase factor of higher rarities.

Quick Facts

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Sword Shield 157 Uncommon Naoki Saito
- Card ID: swsh1-157
- Stage: Supporter
- Retreat Cost: 0
- Rules: Attach a basic Energy card from your hand to 1 of your Benched Pokémon. You may play only 1 Supporter card during your turn.
- Types: None
- Abilities/Attacks: None
- Evolves From: None
- Flavor Text: Unknown
- Weaknesses/Resistances: None
Key Printings

This card appears exclusively in the Sword Shield base set (set code swsh1) as number 157. It is an Uncommon Supporter with no alternate printings or promotional versions.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact printing. The card is identified by card ID swsh1-157 and regulation mark D, with illustrator credit to Naoki Saito aiding authentication.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card’s rules allow attaching a basic Energy from your hand to one of your Benched Pokémon and restrict playing more than one Supporter per turn.
It is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a sleeve or toploader away from sunlight and moisture. Handle carefully to avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain condition.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Sword Shield (swsh1): Bede appears as a Supporter with a straightforward, energy-acceleration effect. No additional printings or variants exist within this set.
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September 30, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Cramorant V (Sword Shield #155)
Cramorant V Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Cramorant V is a Rare Holo V card from the Sword Shield set, numbered 155. With 200 HP and the dynamic attack Beak Catch, its vibrant design captures the energetic spirit of Cramorant in battle.

Quick Facts

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Sword Shield 155 Rare Holo V 200 aky CG Works
- Pokémon: Cramorant V
- Type: Colorless
- Stage: Basic, V
- Weakness: Lightning ×2
- Resistance: Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost: 1
- Regulation Mark: D
- Set Code: swsh1
- Series: Sword Shield
- Legalities: unknown
Key Printings

This exact printing of Cramorant V is from the Sword Shield set, card number 155. It is a Rare Holo V card with no evolutions from previous Pokémon.

Attacks
- Beak Catch: allows you to search your deck for up to two cards.
- Spit Shot: deals 160 damage but requires discarding all Energy attached to Cramorant V.
Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include the card number 155, set code swsh1, and the illustrator aky CG Works. The card’s regulation mark is D, which helps distinguish it within the Sword Shield series.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card follows the V rule: when your Pokémon V is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards. It is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant holo finish and maintain card condition, store Cramorant V in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface damage.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Sword Shield (swsh1): Introduced Cramorant V as a powerful Basic V card with strong attacks and a unique Colorless typing. The set features a variety of Pokémon V cards, with Cramorant V standing out due to its high HP and versatile attack options.
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September 30, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Air Balloon (Sword Shield #156)
Air Balloon (Sword Shield 156) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Air Balloon is an Uncommon Trainer card from the Sword Shield set, numbered 156. Featuring a sleek, lightweight balloon design, it adds a clean, tactical option to improve mobility during battles.

Quick Facts

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Sword Shield 156 Uncommon Yoshinobu Saito
- Card Type: Pokémon Tool
- Retreat Cost Reduction: 2 Colorless Energy less for the attached Pokémon
- No abilities or attacks
- Illustrator: Yoshinobu Saito
- Regulation Mark: D
- No weaknesses or resistances
- No evolutions or flavor text available
Key Printings

The key printing of Air Balloon is from the Sword Shield base set, identified by the set code swsh1 and card number 156. This is the only known printing for this card, making it straightforward for collectors to identify.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Air Balloon card. It is uniquely identified by its set code (swsh1), card number (156), and illustrator Yoshinobu Saito. The card’s artwork and layout remain consistent across all copies.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
- You can attach it to one of your Pokémon that does not already have a Pokémon Tool attached.
- It reduces the Retreat Cost of the attached Pokémon by two Colorless Energy.
- You can play any number of Item cards during your turn.
Care & Storage Tips

Store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to preserve the crisp artwork by Yoshinobu Saito. A temperature-controlled environment helps prevent warping.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Sword Shield (swsh1): The original and only set featuring this Air Balloon printing. A straightforward Pokémon Tool that boosts deck mobility by reducing retreat costs.
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September 30, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Big Charm (Sword Shield #158)
Big Charm (Sword Shield 158) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Big Charm is an Uncommon Trainer card from the Sword Shield set, numbered 158. Its straightforward design makes it a practical addition for players seeking reliable support. This card complements various strategies without adding complexity.

Quick Facts

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Sword Shield 158 Uncommon inose yukie
- Card Number: 158
- Rarity: Uncommon
- Illustrator: inose yukie
- Stage: Pokémon Tool
- Retreat Cost: 0
- Regulation Mark: D
Key Printings

This card is printed only in the Sword Shield set under the code swsh1-158. It features no evolutions or attacks, focusing solely on its role as a Pokémon Tool.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by its set code swsh1 and number 158. The card’s image can be found at /images/swsh1/swsh1-158.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
Rules: Attach a Pokémon Tool to 1 of your Pokémon that doesn’t already have a Pokémon Tool attached. The Pokémon this card is attached to gets +30 HP. You may play any number of Item cards during your turn.

Care & Storage Tips

Store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its uncommon rarity, keeping the edges and surface pristine will help retain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Sword Shield (swsh1): The original printing of Big Charm, serving as a simple but effective HP-boosting Pokémon Tool. No additional printings or variants are known.
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September 30, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Crushing Hammer (Sword Shield #159)
Crushing Hammer (Sword Shield 159) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Crushing Hammer is an Uncommon Trainer Item from the Sword Shield set, numbered 159. A practical pick for players seeking strategic disruption.

Quick Facts

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Sword Shield 159 Uncommon sadaji
- Card Name: Crushing Hammer
- Set: Sword Shield (swsh1)
- Card Number: 159
- Rarity: Uncommon
- Type: Item
- Stage: Item
- Retreat Cost: 0
- Regulation Mark: D
- Illustrator: sadaji
- Image:
Key Printings

This guide covers the single known printing of Crushing Hammer from the Sword Shield base set (swsh1), numbered 159. No other printings or reprints are documented.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward via its set code (swsh1), card number (159), and the illustrator’s signature (sadaji).

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
- Effect: Flip a coin; if heads, discard an Energy from one of your opponent’s Pokémon.
- As an Item, you may play any number of Item cards during your turn, making this a versatile tool in deck strategies.
Care & Storage Tips

Store the card in a protective sleeve, away from direct sunlight and moisture. With its uncommon rarity and clean artwork, keeping edges sharp and the surface pristine will best preserve collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Sword Shield (swsh1): The original printing of Crushing Hammer, featuring simple yet effective gameplay utility and artwork by sadaji. No known reprints or alternate versions exist within this or subsequent sets.
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September 30, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Blipbug (Sword Shield #16)
Blipbug (Sword Shield #16) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Blipbug is a Common Pokémon card from the Sword Shield set, numbered 16. With 50 HP and a single attack, Gnaw, it’s a simple, straightforward addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

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Sword Shield 16 Common 50 nagimiso
- Type: Grass
- Stage: Basic
- Retreat Cost: 1
- Weakness: Fire ×2
- Regulation Mark: D
- Flavor Text: Often found in gardens, this Pokémon has hairs on its body that it uses to assess its surroundings.
- Attack: Gnaw (20 damage, costs 1 Grass energy)
- Abilities: None
Key Printings

This guide covers the exact printing of Blipbug from the Sword Shield set, card number 16. It is a common rarity card with no known alternate printings or special editions.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Blipbug card. Identification is straightforward via the set code “swsh1,” card number 16, and the illustrator credit to nagimiso. The card’s regulation mark is D, which helps place it within the Sword Shield series timeline.

Legality & Play Notes

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

Care & Storage Tips

As a common card with modest value, use standard protective sleeves and store it in a binder or card box to preserve condition. Avoid direct sunlight and moisture to maintain the vibrant illustration by nagimiso.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Sword Shield (swsh1): Introduces Blipbug as a Basic Grass-type Pokémon with a straightforward attack and a garden-themed flavor text. It fits into the early Sword Shield series with a regulation mark of D and no special abilities or variants.
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September 30, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Energy Retrieval (Sword Shield #160)
Energy Retrieval (Sword Shield #160) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Energy Retrieval is an Uncommon Trainer card from the Sword Shield set. Numbered 160, it lets players recover Energy cards from their discard pile, aiding efficient resource management during battles.

Quick Facts

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Sword Shield 160 Uncommon Ryo Ueda
- Card Type: Item
- Stage: Item
- Retreat Cost: 0
- Regulation Mark: D
- Series: Sword Shield
- Card ID: swsh1-160
- Pokémon: Energy Retrieval
- Subtypes: Item
- Attacks/Abilities: None
- Rules Text: “Put up to 2 basic Energy cards from your discard pile into your hand. | You may play any number of Item cards during your turn.”
- Weaknesses/Resistances: None
Key Printings

This guide focuses on the original Sword Shield printing of Energy Retrieval, card number 160. It is an Uncommon card illustrated by Ryo Ueda, with no known alternate printings or reprints.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate art versions for this exact printing of Energy Retrieval. The card is identified by its set code “swsh1” and card number 160.

Legality & Play Notes
- Legality: unknown
- Energy Retrieval is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its effect allows players to recover up to two basic Energy cards from the discard pile, making it a useful support card in decks that rely on energy recycling.
Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store Energy Retrieval in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity, maintaining its edges and surface will help retain collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Sword Shield (swsh1): Energy Retrieval appears as an Uncommon Item card designed to facilitate energy recovery. It fits into the Sword Shield series’ focus on streamlined gameplay mechanics and strategic resource management.
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September 30, 2025