Tag: Sun Moon

  • Collector’s Guide: Dewpider (Sun Moon #45)

    Dewpider Collector’s Guide: Sun Moon Set (sm1-45)

    Character Intro

    Dewpider is a Common Pokémon card from the Sun Moon set, numbered 45. It has 60 HP and features the attack Bubble. This card offers a straightforward addition to any collection.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Sun Moon 45 Common 60 Kagemaru Himeno
    • Type: Water
    • Stage: Basic
    • Retreat Cost: 1
    • Weakness: Grass ×2
    • Attack: Bubble — Deals 10 damage and may Paralyze the opponent’s Active Pokémon on a coin flip.
    • Flavor Text: “It crawls onto the land in search of food. Its water bubble allows it to breathe and protects its soft head.”
    • Image URL: /images/sm1/sm1-45.jpg

    Key Printings

    Printed in the Sun Moon set (sm1) at Common rarity, card number 45. There are no known alternate printings or special editions.

    Variants & Identifiers

    No known print variants for this exact Dewpider. Identify by set code (sm1), card number (45), and illustrator credit to Kagemaru Himeno.

    Legality & Play Notes

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

    Care & Storage Tips

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

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Sun Moon (sm1): Dewpider appears as a basic Water-type with a simple, effective attack, fitting well into beginner decks. Its common rarity and straightforward design make it accessible for collectors and players alike.

    Dewpider (Sun Moon) #45

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    Dewpider (Sun Moon) #45

  • Collector’s Guide: Brionne (Sun Moon #40)

    Brionne Collector’s Guide (Sun Moon #40)

    Character Intro

    Brionne from the Sun Moon set is an Uncommon card with 90 HP. It features the lively attack Disarming Voice and is numbered 40 in the series.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Sun Moon 40 Uncommon 90 Saya Tsuruta
    • Type: Water
    • Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Popplio)
    • Attacks:
    • Wave Splash: Deals 30 damage, costs Water + Colorless energy.
    • Disarming Voice: Deals 50 damage and confuses the opponent’s Active Pokémon, costs Water + Water + Colorless energy.
    • Weakness: Grass ×2
    • Retreat Cost: 2
    • Flavor Text: “A skillful dancer, it creates a sequence of water balloons as it dances, and briskly bombards it enemies.”
    • Regulation Mark: Unknown
    • Print Variants: None listed

    Key Printings

    This exact printing of Brionne appears in the Sun Moon base set, card number 40. It is an Uncommon rarity card illustrated by Saya Tsuruta. No alternate printings or promotional versions are noted for this specific card.

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants for this Brionne card. Identification relies on the set code “sm1,” card number 40, and the unique artwork by Saya Tsuruta. The card’s Water type and Stage 1 subtype further distinguish it.

    Legality & Play Notes

    • Legality: unknown
    • This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its play viability and tournament presence are therefore unknown.

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the vibrant artwork and maintain card condition, store this Brionne card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its moderate rarity and unique illustration, handle it carefully to avoid edge wear and surface scratches.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Sun Moon (sm1): This set introduced Brionne as a Stage 1 Water-type Pokémon evolving from Popplio. The card features two attacks that balance moderate damage with a status effect, reflecting Brionne’s graceful yet tactical nature. No further printings or variants have been documented for this card.

    Brionne

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    Brionne (Sun Moon) #40

  • Collector’s Guide: Primarina (Sun Moon #41)

    Primarina (Sun Moon 41) Collectors Guide

    Character Intro

    Primarina (Sun Moon 41) is a Rare Stage 2 Water-type with 150 HP. Its attacks pair control and sustain: Disarming Voice inflicts Confusion, while Sparkling Aria delivers solid damage and self-healing.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Sun Moon 41 Rare 150 Kagemaru Himeno
    • Type: Water
    • Stage: Stage 2
    • Evolves From: Brionne
    • Retreat Cost: 2
    • Weakness: Grass ×2
    • Resistances: None
    • Attacks:
    • Disarming Voice (Water + Colorless): Confuses opponent’s Active Pokémon, deals 30 damage
    • Sparkling Aria (Water + Water + Colorless): Deals 100 damage and heals 30 damage from Primarina
    • Flavor Text: “It controls its water balloons with song. The melody is learning from others of its kind and is passed down from one generation to the next.”
    • Regulation Mark: Unknown
    • Release Date: Unknown
    • Legality: unknown

    Key Printings

    This printing is from the Sun Moon set, card number 41, classified as Rare. No alternate print variants are known. Illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno, the artwork and stats match the original Sun Moon release.

    Variants & Identifiers

    No print variants are documented. Identify it by the set code “sm1-41,” its Rare rarity, and Kagemaru Himeno’s artwork. The Water type, Stage 2 evolution line, and listed attacks further confirm the card.

    Legality & Play Notes

    Legality status is unknown. It is not currently listed as legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Verify tournament rules before including this card in competitive decks.

    Care & Storage Tips

    Use a sleeve and store away from sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending and extreme temperatures to preserve condition and artwork.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Sun Moon (sm1): Introduces Primarina as a powerful Stage 2 Water-type with healing and status-inflicting attacks—visually striking and strategically interesting for collectors and casual play.

    Primarina Sun Moon 41

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    Primarina (Sun Moon) #41

  • Collector’s Guide: Primarina-GX (Sun Moon #42)

    Primarina-GX Collector’s Guide

    Character Intro

    Primarina-GX from the Sun Moon set is a Rare Holo GX card numbered 42. With a robust 250 HP, it’s a sturdy addition to any deck. Its notable attack, Roaring Seas, adds strategic depth for players.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Sun Moon 42 Rare Holo GX 250 5ban Graphics
    • Card Number: 42
    • Set: Sun Moon (sm1)
    • Stage: Stage 2, GX
    • Type: Water
    • Retreat Cost: 2
    • Weakness: Grass ×2
    • Abilities: None
    • Attacks:
    • Bubble Beat: Does 10+ damage plus 20 more damage for each Water Energy attached to your Pokémon.
    • Roaring Seas: Deals 120 damage and discards an Energy from your opponent’s Active Pokémon.
    • Grand Echo-GX: Heals all damage from all your Pokémon (limited to one GX attack per game).
    • Rules: When your Pokémon-GX is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

    Key Printings

    This exact printing of Primarina-GX appears in the Sun Moon base set (sm1) as card number 42. It is a Rare Holo GX featuring artwork by 5ban Graphics.

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward via its set code (sm1-42), rarity, and illustrator. The card’s lack of a regulation mark and unknown release date are notable identifiers.

    Legality & Play Notes

    Legality: unknown
    This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. It follows the Pokémon-GX rule where knocking out this Pokémon awards your opponent 2 Prize cards.

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the vibrant holo finish and detailed artwork by 5ban Graphics, store this card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to maintain its collector value.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Sun Moon (sm1): The debut set for Primarina-GX, showcasing its powerful Water-type attacks and GX attack. This set introduced the card’s signature moves and high HP, making it a standout in the early Sun Moon series.

    Primarina-GX

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    Primarina-GX (Sun Moon) #42

  • Collector’s Guide: Araquanid (Sun Moon #46)

    Araquanid (Sun Moon 46) Collector’s Guide

    Character Intro

    Araquanid from the Sun Moon set is an Uncommon Stage 1 Water-type Pokémon card with 100 HP. It features the Water Bubble ability and the Aqua Edge attack. This card is numbered 46 in the set.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Sun Moon 46 Uncommon 100 match
    • Type: Water
    • Stage: Stage 1
    • Evolves From: Dewpider
    • Retreat Cost: 2
    • Weakness: Grass ×2
    • Ability: Water Bubble — Prevents all damage from opponent’s Fire Pokémon attacks
    • Attack: Aqua Edge — 70 damage, costs Water + 2 Colorless energy
    • Flavor Text: “It delivers headbutts with the water bubble on its head. Small Pokémon get sucked into the bubble, where they drown.”
    • Regulation Mark: Unknown
    • Legality: unknown
    • Image:

    Key Printings

    This printing of Araquanid appears in the Sun Moon set as card 46. It is Uncommon and features artwork by match. No release date is specified for this printing.

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants. Identification is straightforward via set code “sm1” and card number 46. The card is a Stage 1 Water-type Pokémon with the Water Bubble ability and Aqua Edge attack.

    Legality & Play Notes

    The legality of this card is unknown and it is not currently listed as legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

    Care & Storage Tips

    Store this Araquanid in a protective sleeve, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Even as an Uncommon, careful handling helps preserve its condition and collector appeal.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Sun Moon (sm1): Introduces Araquanid as a Stage 1 Water-type with a defensive ability against Fire-type attacks, solid HP, and a straightforward attack—an appealing addition for Sun Moon-focused collections.

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    Araquanid (Sun Moon) #46

  • Collector’s Guide: Pyukumuku (Sun Moon #47)

    Pyukumuku (Sun Moon 47) Collector’s Guide

    Character Intro

    Pyukumuku is an Uncommon Pokémon from the Sun Moon set, numbered 47. It has 60 HP and features the unique ability Innards Out. Its attack, Continuous Tumble, offers a distinctive tactical option in battle. This quirky character adds a subtle strategic layer to any deck.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Sun Moon 47 Uncommon 60 You Iribi
    • Type: Water
    • Stage: Basic
    • Retreat Cost: 1
    • Weakness: Grass (×2)
    • Resistance: None
    • Ability: Innards Out — When knocked out by an opponent’s attack, places 6 damage counters on the attacker.
    • Attack: Continuous Tumble — Flip coins until tails; does 30 damage per heads.
    • Flavor Text: Lives in shallow seas near beaches; can eject internal organs to engulf prey or battle enemies.
    • Regulation Mark: Unknown
    • Legality: unknown
    • Image:

    Key Printings

    This exact printing is from the Sun Moon set, card number 47. It is an uncommon rarity card illustrated by You Iribi. No release date is specified for this printing.

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants for this card. Identification relies on the set code “sm1,” card number 47, and the unique artwork by You Iribi. The card’s Water type, Basic stage, and the distinctive Innards Out ability also help distinguish it.

    Legality & Play Notes

    Legality status for this card is unknown. It is not currently marked as legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players should verify current tournament rules before use.

    Care & Storage Tips

    As an uncommon card with unique artwork, store this card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight to preserve its colors. Avoid bending or exposure to moisture to maintain its condition for collectors and players alike.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Sun Moon (sm1): Introduced Pyukumuku as a Basic Water-type with a defensive ability that punishes attackers. This set features vibrant artwork and a variety of Pokémon from the Alola region.

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    Pyukumuku (Sun Moon) #47

  • Collector’s Guide: Bruxish (Sun Moon #48)

    Bruxish (Sun Moon 48) Collector’s Guide

    Character Intro

    Bruxish is a Rare card from the Sun Moon set, numbered 48. It has 110 HP and features the attack Psychic Fangs. This striking Pokémon stands out with its unique design and solid stats.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Sun Moon 48 Rare 110 Mizue
    • Type: Water
    • Stage: Basic
    • Retreat Cost: 2
    • Weakness: Grass (×2)
    • No resistances
    • No abilities

    • Attacks:

    • Vivid Charge: Search your deck for up to 3 basic Energy cards, reveal them, and put them into your hand. Then, shuffle your deck.
    • Psychic Fangs: Deals 90 damage and ignores effects on the opponent’s Active Pokémon.

    Key Printings

    This guide focuses on the Sun Moon printing, card number 48, illustrated by Mizue. It is classified as a Rare card and features no known alternate print variants.

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants or special regulation marks for this card. Identifiers include the set code “sm1” and card number “48.” The card can be visually identified by its vivid Mizue artwork and the Water-type symbol.

    Legality & Play Notes

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

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the artwork and condition, store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially since it is a Rare card with collectible value.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Sun Moon (sm1): Bruxish appears as a Basic Water-type Pokémon with solid HP and two useful attacks, including an energy search and a high-damage strike that bypasses effects. This printing is notable for its detailed Mizue illustration and rarity status.

    Bruxish (Sun Moon) #48

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    Bruxish (Sun Moon) #48

  • Collector’s Guide: Chinchou (Sun Moon #49)

    Chinchou Collector’s Guide: Sun Moon #49

    Character Intro

    Chinchou is a Common Pokémon card from the Sun Moon set, numbered 49. It has 70 HP and features the attack Electro Ball. This card offers straightforward gameplay.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Sun Moon 49 Common 70 Ayaka Yoshida
    • Type: Lightning
    • Stage: Basic
    • Retreat Cost: 1
    • Weakness: Fighting (×2)
    • Resistance: Metal (-20)
    • Evolves From: None

    Key Printings

    This guide focuses on the Sun Moon set printing, card number 49, a common rarity card.

    Attacks:
    – “Searching Light” — lets you look at one of your face-down Prize cards.
    – “Electro Ball” — deals 30 damage for a Lightning and two Colorless energies.

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code “sm1” and the card ID “sm1-49.” The card’s artwork by Ayaka Yoshida is a key visual identifier.

    Legality & Play Notes

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

    Care & Storage Tips

    As a common card with no special variants, standard protective sleeves and storage in a binder or card box are recommended to preserve the artwork and card condition. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight to maintain the vibrant illustration.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Sun Moon (sm1): Introduced Chinchou as a basic Lightning-type Pokémon with utility in prize card inspection and moderate damage output. The set is known for its diverse Pokémon roster and fresh artwork styles.

    Chinchou Sun Moon 49

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    Chinchou (Sun Moon) #49

  • Collector’s Guide: Parasect (Sun Moon #5)

    Parasect Collector’s Guide: Sun Moon Set (sm1-5)

    Character Intro

    Parasect is a Rare card from the Sun Moon set, numbered 5. It has 110 HP and features the signature attack Mushroom Drain. With a distinctive illustration and solid gameplay potential, it’s a standout addition to Grass-type collections.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Sun Moon 5 Rare 110 Eri Yamaki
    • Type: Grass
    • Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Paras)
    • Retreat Cost: 3 Colorless Energy
    • Weakness: Fire ×2
    • Resistances: None
    • Regulation Mark: Unknown

    Key Printings

    This Parasect card is from the Sun Moon base set, identified by the code sm1-5. It features two attacks:
    – Fury Cutter: Flip 3 coins; damage increases with the number of heads, starting at 10 damage and potentially reaching 130 damage total.
    – Mushroom Drain: Deals 70 damage and heals 30 damage from Parasect itself, providing both offense and sustainability.

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants for this exact Parasect printing. The card is marked as Rare and can be identified by its set code sm1 and card number 5. The illustration by Eri Yamaki is distinctive and helps collectors verify authenticity.

    Legality & Play Notes

    Legality: unknown
    This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its play viability is uncertain due to this status.

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and unique illustration, maintaining mint condition is advisable for collectors.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Sun Moon (sm1): This base set introduced Parasect with a focus on fungal-themed abilities and attacks, emphasizing strategic healing and variable damage output. It remains a notable card for collectors interested in Grass-type Pokémon from this era.

    Parasect sm1-5

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    Parasect (Sun Moon) #5

  • Collector’s Guide: Lanturn (Sun Moon #50)

    Lanturn Collector’s Guide: Sun Moon Set (sm1-50)

    Character Intro

    Lanturn is a Rare card from the Sun Moon set, numbered 50. It boasts 110 HP and features the attack Aqua Spark. This card offers a solid presence in any collection with its vibrant design.

    Quick Facts

    • HP: 110
    • Type: Lightning
    • Stage: Stage 1 (evolves from Chinchou)
    • Rarity: Rare
    • Retreat Cost: 2
    • Weakness: Fighting ×2
    • Resistance: Metal -20
    • Attacks: Confuse Ray (Confuses opponent’s Active Pokémon), Aqua Spark (60+ damage with Water Energy attached)
    • Flavor Text: “This Pokémon flashes a bright light that blinds its prey. This creates an opening for it to deliver an electrical attack.”
    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Sun Moon 50 Rare 110 Masakazu Fukuda

    Key Printings

    This exact printing is from the Sun Moon set, card number 50. It is a rare card featuring Lanturn with no known alternate printings or special variants.

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include the set code “sm1,” the card number 50, and the illustrator Masakazu Fukuda. The card’s image can be referenced at /images/sm1/sm1-50.jpg.

    Legality & Play Notes

    Legality: unknown
    This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its attacks offer strategic utility by confusing opponents and dealing increased damage when Water Energy is attached.

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and rare status, 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 damage.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Sun Moon (sm1): This set introduced Lanturn as a rare Stage 1 Lightning-type Pokémon evolving from Chinchou. The card’s combination of status effect and conditional damage adds tactical depth to gameplay, complemented by artwork from Masakazu Fukuda. Release date remains unknown.

    Lanturn (Sun Moon) #50

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    Lanturn (Sun Moon) #50