Hisuian Samurott V Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Hisuian Samurott V from the SWSH Black Star Promos set boasts a sturdy 220 HP and the hard-hitting Shadow Slash, making it a resilient, aggressive option. The sleek artwork captures the distinctive Hisuian form, appealing to both collectors and players.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Basic, V
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Regulation Mark: F
• Attacks:
• Basket Crash: Discards up to 2 Pokémon Tools from your opponent’s Pokémon (cost: 1 Darkness).
• Shadow Slash: Deals 180 damage but requires discarding an Energy from this Pokémon (cost: 3 Darkness).
• Rules: V rule applies—when knocked out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
• Flavor Text: Unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing is a promo from the SWSH Black Star Promos series, identified as SWSH239. It is a Basic V Pokémon with no evolutions from previous stages. The card’s rarity is Promo, placing it outside standard expansion sets.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is uniquely identified by set code “swshp” and number “SWSH239.” The illustrator is 5ban Graphics. The card image can be found at /images/swshp/swshp-SWSH239.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players should verify tournament rules before including it in decks. The V rule applies, meaning when Hisuian Samurott V is knocked out, the opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Care & Storage Tips

As a promo with unique illustration, store Hisuian Samurott V in a protective sleeve and keep it out of direct sunlight. Avoid bending or moisture to preserve condition for play and collection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• SWSH Black Star Promos: This set features promotional cards like Hisuian Samurott V that sit outside main expansions, offering unique artwork and collectible appeal.