Galarian Stunfisk Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Galarian Stunfisk from the Shining Fates Shiny Vault is a Rare Shiny card numbered SV088. It has 120 HP, the Snap Trap ability for energy disruption, and the Damage Rush attack for flip-based damage scaling. Its unique design and solid stats make it a standout pull.

Quick Facts

• HP: 120
• Type: Metal
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: Grass -30
• Ability: Snap Trap — discards an Energy from an attacking Pokémon if damaged while active
• Attack: Damage Rush — flip coins until tails, dealing 30 more damage per heads
• Flavor Text: “Living in mud with a high iron content has given it a strong steel body.”
• Regulation Mark: D
• Series: Sword & Shield
• Set Code: swsh45sv
• Card ID: swsh45sv-SV088
• Image URL: /images/swsh45sv/swsh45sv-SV088.jpg

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Shining Fates Shiny Vault subset as SV088. Classified as Rare Shiny, it’s a visually striking and desirable collectible within the Sword & Shield series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants. It’s uniquely identified by set code (swsh45sv), card number (SV088), and rarity (Rare Shiny). The illustrator tetsuya koizumi’s artwork is a clear visual identifier.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its ability, Snap Trap, provides a strategic energy disruption effect, while Damage Rush can scale to high damage depending on coin flips.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the shiny finish by sleeving the card and keeping it away from sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending and surface wear.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Shining Fates Shiny Vault: Features shiny variants of popular Pokémon, including this rare shiny Galarian Stunfisk. The subset is known for its visual appeal and collectibility; release date details remain unknown.