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Collector’s Guide: Mudbray (Sword Shield #105)
Mudbray Collector’s Guide: Sword Shield 105

Character Intro

Mudbray is a Common Pokémon card from the Sword Shield set, numbered 105. It has 80 HP and straightforward attacks—Stampede and Rear Kick—making it a solid, no-frills option for collectors and players alike.

Quick Facts

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Sword Shield 105 Common 80 Shibuzoh.
- Type: Fighting
- Stage: Basic
- Retreat Cost: 2
- Weakness: Grass ×2
- Resistance: None
- Regulation Mark: D
- Flavor Text: Loads weighing up to 50 times as much as its own body weight pose no issue for this Pokémon. It’s skilled at making use of mud.
- Attacks:
- Stampede (10 damage, 1 Colorless energy)
- Rear Kick (30 damage, 1 Fighting + 1 Colorless energy)
Key Printings

The key printing of Mudbray is from the Sword Shield set, card number 105. It is a Common rarity card featuring the Fighting type and basic stage classification, notable for its clean design and straightforward attack options.

Variants & Identifiers

This Mudbray card has no known print variants. It can be identified by its set code “swsh1” and number “105”. The illustrator credit goes to Shibuzoh., and it carries the regulation mark “D”. The card image is available at /images/swsh1/swsh1-105.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its simple attack set and moderate HP make it a basic option for casual play or collection.

Care & Storage Tips

Store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface. Keeping it in a cool, dry place will help maintain its vibrant artwork and structural integrity.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Sword Shield (swsh1): Introduces Mudbray as a solid Fighting-type Basic Pokémon with practical attacks and a modest HP pool—fitting well into collections focusing on early Sword Shield cards or Fighting-type Pokémon.
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September 30, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Mudsdale (Sword Shield #106)
Mudsdale Collector’s Guide (Sword Shield 106)

Character Intro

Mudsdale from the Sword Shield set is a Rare card numbered 106. With a solid 150 HP, it’s a sturdy addition to any deck. Its standout feature is the powerful attack Double Impact.

Quick Facts

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Sword Shield unknown 106 Rare 150 Masakazu Fukuda
- Type: Fighting
- Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Mudbray)
- Retreat Cost: 3
- Weakness: Grass ×2
- Resistance: None
- Regulation Mark: D
- Flavor Text: Mud that hardens around a Mudsdale’s legs sets harder than stone. It’s so hard that it allows this Pokémon to scrap a truck with a single kick.
- Attack: Double Impact — Flip 2 coins; this attack does 120 damage for each heads, costing three Fighting Energy.
Key Printings

This exact printing of Mudsdale appears in the Sword Shield set as card number 106. It is classified as a Rare card and features artwork by Masakazu Fukuda. The card’s Fighting-type and high HP make it a notable addition for collectors focusing on robust Pokémon.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Mudsdale card. It can be identified by its set code “swsh1-106,” rarity “Rare,” and the regulation mark “D.” The card’s image is available at /images/swsh1/swsh1-106.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No tournament legality or ban status is confirmed.

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 stable environment will help retain its value and appearance.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Sword Shield (swsh1): Introduced Mudsdale as a powerful Fighting-type Stage 1 Pokémon with a unique attack that scales with coin flips, emphasizing both risk and reward in gameplay.
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Collector’s Guide: Silicobra (Sword Shield #107)
Silicobra (Sword Shield 107) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Silicobra is a common Pokémon card from the Sword Shield set, numbered 107. It features 80 HP and a single attack called Sand Attack, making it a straightforward addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

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Sword Shield 107 Common 80 Misa Tsutsui
- HP: 80
- Type: Fighting
- Retreat Cost: 2
- Weakness: Grass ×2
- Attack: Sand Attack (cost: 1 Colorless) — disrupts opponent’s next attack by forcing a coin flip; if tails, the attack does not happen.
- No abilities or resistances.
- Regulation Mark: D
Key Printings

The key printing of Silicobra is from the Sword Shield base set, card number 107. This printing is notable for its straightforward design and functional Sand Attack, which can hinder opposing Pokémon’s attacks during the next turn.

Variants & Identifiers

This Silicobra card has no known print variants. It is identified by its set code “swsh1” and regulation mark “D.” The card’s image can be referenced at /images/swsh1/swsh1-107.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its simple attack and moderate HP make it a basic choice for casual play or collection rather than competitive decks.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface, especially around the edges and corners.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Sword Shield (swsh1): Silicobra appears as a common Basic Fighting-type Pokémon with a tactical Sand Attack. It fits well in beginner decks and collectors’ sets focusing on the Sword Shield base series.
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Collector’s Guide: Silicobra (Sword Shield #108)
Silicobra Collector’s Guide: Sword Shield #108

Character Intro

Silicobra is a Common Pokémon card from the Sword Shield set, numbered 108. It has 70 HP and features the attack Tail Whap. This card offers a straightforward addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

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Sword Shield 108 Common 70 Hitoshi Ariga
- Type: Fighting
- Stage: Basic
- Retreat Cost: 1
- Weakness: Grass ×2
- Regulation Mark: D
- Flavor Text: As it digs, it swallows sand and stores it in its neck pouch. The pouch can hold more than 17 pounds of sand.
Key Printings

This guide covers the Silicobra card from the Sword Shield set, card number 108. It is a Common rarity card with no known alternate printings or special editions.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Silicobra card. Key identifiers include:
– Fighting type
– Regulation mark “D”
– Illustrator: Hitoshi Ariga
– Image reference: /images/swsh1/swsh1-108.jpg

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Attacks:
– Headbutt — 10 damage for one Colorless energy
– Tail Whap — 20 damage for one Fighting and one Colorless energy

Care & Storage Tips

Store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially the illustrated front by Hitoshi Ariga, to maintain condition and visual appeal.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Sword Shield (swsh1): Introduced Silicobra as a Basic Fighting-type Pokémon with simple but effective attacks. Part of the early Sword Shield lineup with regulation mark “D,” indicating its place in the set’s rotation.
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September 30, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Sandaconda (Sword Shield #109)
Sandaconda Collector’s Guide: Sword Shield #109

Character Intro

Sandaconda from the Sword Shield set is a Rare Fighting-type Stage 1 Pokémon with 140 HP. It features the straightforward, reliable attack Skull Bash and is card number 109 in the set.

Quick Facts

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Sword Shield 109 Rare 140 Kouki Saitou
- Type: Fighting
- Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Silicobra)
- Weakness: Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost: 2
- Regulation Mark: D
- Flavor Text: Its unique style of coiling allows it to blast sand out of its sand sac more efficiently.
- Image:
Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Sandaconda card from the Sword Shield set, card number 109.

Attacks
- Coil: Boosts damage by 120 on the next turn.
- Skull Bash: Deals 100 damage.
The card has no abilities and no resistances.

Variants & Identifiers
- Variants: There are no known print variants for this card.
- Identification: Set code “swsh1,” card number 109, and illustrator Kouki Saitou’s distinctive artwork.
Legality & Play Notes
- Legality: unknown
- This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
- Play notes: Its high HP and damage-boosting attack make it a potentially strategic choice in casual play.
Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Sword Shield: Introduced Sandaconda as a powerful Fighting-type Stage 1 Pokémon with a unique damage-boosting mechanic via its “Coil” attack. This set emphasizes strategic play with evolving Pokémon and diverse attack options.
This Sandaconda card remains a notable collectible for fans of the Sword Shield series and Fighting-type enthusiasts.

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Collector’s Guide: Grookey (Sword Shield #11)
Grookey Collector’s Guide: Sword Shield #11

Character Intro

Grookey is a lively Common Pokémon from the Sword Shield set, card number 11. With 70 HP and the attack Beat, it’s a straightforward addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

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Sword Shield 11 Common 70 Kouki Saitou
- Type: Grass
- Stage: Basic
- Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy
- Weakness: Fire ×2
- Regulation Mark: D
- Attacks:
- Scratch (10 damage, 1 Colorless Energy)
- Beat (20 damage, 1 Grass + 1 Colorless Energy)
- Abilities: None
- Evolves From: None
- Flavor Text: When it uses its special stick to strike up a beat, the sound waves produced carry revitalizing energy to the plants and flowers in the area.
Key Printings

This guide covers the Grookey card from the Sword Shield set, card number 11. It is a common rarity card with no alternate printings or special editions noted.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Grookey card. Identification is straightforward by its set code “swsh1” and card number “11.” The card’s artwork by Kouki Saitou and its regulation mark “D” help confirm authenticity.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats as per the provided data.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this common Grookey card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to maintain its vibrant illustration and text clarity.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Sword Shield (swsh1): This set introduced Grookey as a Basic Grass-type Pokémon with simple but effective attacks. It serves as an accessible entry point for collectors and players focusing on Grass decks. The card’s naturalistic art and flavor text emphasize Grookey’s connection to nature and rhythm.
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September 30, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Sandaconda (Sword Shield #110)
Sandaconda Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Sandaconda from the Sword Shield set is a Stage 1 Fighting-type Rare Holo with 130 HP. It features the ability Sand Sac and the attack Power Press. This card is number 110 in the set.

Quick Facts

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Sword Shield 110 Rare Holo 130 nagimiso
- Type: Fighting
- Stage: Stage 1
- Weakness: Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost: 2
- Ability: Sand Sac — reduces damage taken by 30 after Weakness and Resistance
- Attack: Power Press — base 60 damage, does 70 more damage if an extra Fighting Energy is attached
- Flavor Text: When it contracts its body, over 220 pounds of sand sprays from its nose. If it ever runs out of sand, it becomes disheartened.
- Regulation Mark: D
Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Sword Shield set, card number 110, classified as a Rare Holo. The card features artwork by nagimiso and showcases Sandaconda’s Fighting-type attributes and abilities.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “swsh1-110,” the Rare Holo rarity, the distinctive Fighting-type color scheme, and the regulation mark “D.”

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holofoil finish and artwork by nagimiso, store this card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Sword Shield (swsh1): Introduced Sandaconda as a Stage 1 Fighting-type with a unique damage-reducing ability and a powerful attack that scales with additional Energy attachments. This set is notable for its diverse Fighting-type Pokémon and strategic gameplay options.
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September 30, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Clobbopus (Sword Shield #111)
Clobbopus Collector’s Guide: Sword Shield #111

Character Intro

Clobbopus (#111) is a Common Pokémon card from the Sword Shield set. It has 60 HP and a single attack, Bind. A straightforward pickup for collectors focused on the Sword Shield series.

Quick Facts

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Sword Shield unknown 111 Common 60 Mina Nakai
- Type: Fighting
- Stage: Basic
- Weakness: Psychic ×2
- Resistance: None
- Retreat Cost: 2
- Regulation Mark: D
- Flavor Text: “It’s very curious, but its means of investigating things is to try to punch them with its tentacles. The search for food is what brings it onto land.”
- Attack: Bind (20 damage; flip a coin—if heads, opponent’s Active Pokémon is Paralyzed)
- Abilities: None
Key Printings

This exact printing of Clobbopus appears in the Sword Shield set as card number 111. It is a Common rarity card illustrated by Mina Nakai. No alternate printings or promotional versions are documented for this card.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Clobbopus card. It is identified by its set code “swsh1-111” and regulation mark “D.” The card features a Fighting-type symbol and is classified as a Basic Pokémon with no evolutions from previous cards.

Legality & Play Notes
- Legality: unknown
  Based on the provided data, this card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its single attack, Bind, offers a chance to Paralyze the opponent’s Active Pokémon, which may provide tactical value in casual play.
Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork by Mina Nakai and maintain the card’s condition, store this Clobbopus card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to keep it collectible and visually appealing.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Sword Shield (swsh1): Clobbopus debuts as a Common Basic Fighting-type Pokémon with a simple but effective attack. It is part of the early Sword Shield expansion, contributing to the set’s diverse roster of Pokémon.
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September 30, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Clobbopus (Sword Shield #112)
Clobbopus Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Clobbopus is a Common Pokémon card from the Sword Shield set, numbered 112. It has 80 HP and a straightforward attack called Punch. A solid, simple option for both collectors and players.

Quick Facts

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Sword Shield 112 Common 80 Akira Komayama
- Type: Fighting
- Stage: Basic
- Retreat Cost: 2
- Weakness: Psychic (×2)
- Resistance: None
- Regulation Mark: D
- Attack: Punch (50 damage, costs two Fighting energy)
- Abilities: None
- Flavor Text: “It’s very curious, but its means of investigating things is to try to punch them with its tentacles. The search for food is what brings it onto land.”
Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Sword Shield printing of Clobbopus, card number 112. It’s a Fighting-type Basic with a single attack, Punch, dealing 50 damage and no additional effects or abilities.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include the set code “swsh1” and the regulation mark “D.” The card is classified as Common rarity and is a Basic Pokémon with the subtype “Basic.”

Legality & Play Notes

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

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork by Akira Komayama and maintain card condition, store Clobbopus in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to keep its collectible value intact.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Sword Shield (swsh1): Clobbopus appears as a Common Basic Fighting-type Pokémon with a single attack, Punch. This set introduces it with a simple, effective move and no abilities, reflecting its curious and physical nature.
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September 30, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Stonjourner VMAX (Sword Shield #116)
Stonjourner VMAX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Stonjourner VMAX is a Rare Holo VMAX card from the Sword Shield set, numbered 116. This sturdy Pokémon boasts 330 HP and features the powerful attack Max Rockfall. Its impressive design captures the essence of a colossal rock titan.

Quick Facts

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Sword Shield 116 Rare Holo VMAX 330 5ban Graphics
- Card Name: Stonjourner VMAX
- Set: Sword Shield (swsh1)
- Card Number: 116
- Type: Fighting
- Stage: VMAX (evolves from Stonjourner V)
- Retreat Cost: 3
- Weakness: Grass ×2
- Resistance: None
- Regulation Mark: D
- Illustrator: 5ban Graphics
- Image URL: /images/swsh1/swsh1-116.jpg
Key Printings

There is a single known printing of Stonjourner VMAX in the Sword Shield base set (swsh1), numbered 116. It is classified as a Rare Holo VMAX and features the series-standard VMAX holographic finish.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants are known. Identification is straightforward via its set code (swsh1-116), rarity, and the Fighting-type VMAX subtype. The artwork by 5ban Graphics is a clear visual cue.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
– VMAX rule: when your Pokémon VMAX is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 3 Prize cards.
– Stone Gift: attach a Fighting Energy from your hand and heal 120 damage.
– Max Rockfall: 200 damage with a three Fighting Energy cost.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the holo finish by sleeving the card immediately. Store in rigid top loaders or binder pages with individual pockets, away from direct sunlight and moisture, to prevent bending and surface wear.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Sword Shield (swsh1): Introduced Stonjourner VMAX as a powerful Fighting-type VMAX with high HP and impactful attacks. The holographic treatment and 5ban Graphics artwork make it a standout collectible within the set.
This Stonjourner VMAX remains a notable piece for collectors and players interested in Fighting-type VMAX Pokémon from the Sword Shield era.

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September 30, 2025