Cloyster Collector’s Guide: 151 Set, Card #91

Character Intro

Cloyster from the 151 set is an Uncommon Water-type with 130 HP. Its Protect Charge attack blends reliable damage with temporary protection, giving it a clear strategic role and making it a solid pickup for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Shellder)
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: G
• Flavor Text: Cloyster that live in seas with harsh tidal currents grow large, sharp spikes on their shells.
• Attack: Protect Charge — Deals 80 damage and reduces damage taken by 80 during opponent’s next turn.

Key Printings

This Cloyster card is from the Scarlet & Violet series, specifically the 151 set (set code sv3pt5). It is identified as card number 91 within this set. The card’s artwork by Nelnal is unique to this printing.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Cloyster card. It can be identified by its set code sv3pt5, number 91, and the regulation mark G. The card’s image is available at /images/sv3pt5/sv3pt5-91.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its single attack, Protect Charge, offers both offensive damage and defensive utility by reducing damage taken on the next turn.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity and detailed artwork, maintaining the card’s surface and edges is important for collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• 151 (sv3pt5): Cloyster appears as a Water-type Stage 1 with 130 HP and the Protect Charge attack. Nelnal’s artwork highlights its adaptation to harsh tidal environments.