The 2009 Pokémon Arceus expansion Swalot card, a Holo Rare Stage 1 Psychic-type with distinct gameplay abilities.
Swalot
2009 • Pokémon • Arceus
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The Pokémon Arceus series, released in 2009, offers a distinct chapter in the franchise's trading card history. This product focuses on Swalot, identified as card number 9 within the set. As a Stage 1 Pokémon, it evolves from Gulpin and brings a Psychic type to the battlefield. Collectors appreciate this card not just for its Holo Rare finish, but for its unique mechanical identity. The card features the Psychic Damage Roller attack, which allows players to place damage counters on an opponent based on HP differences. Additionally, the Entackle Tackle attack offers a strategic trade-off, dealing increased damage at the cost of self-damage. Designed by Aya Kusube, this card remains a notable piece for enthusiasts of the 2009 era. Completing the Arceus set requires securing this Holo Rare, making it a valuable target for dedicated builders. Whether you are assembling a full set or seeking a specific Pokémon for your deck, this card represents a key component of the 2009 expansion. It stands as a testament to the intricate card design of that period, offering both aesthetic appeal and functional depth for gameplay.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Swalot
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Holo Rare
Aya Kusube
Card Stock
English
Holo
100
Psychic
Stage 1
Gulpin
Psychic +20
3
317
Card Text
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Attack: Damage Roller
Put damage counters on the Defending Pokémon until the Defending Pokémon has the same remaining HP as Swalot. (If the Defending Pokémon has the same or less remaining HP as Swalot, this attack does nothing.)
Attack: Entangle Tackle (50+)
You may do 50 damage plus 30 more damage. If you do, this attack does 30 damage to 1 of your Pokémon, and don't apply Weakness and Resistance to this damage.
It swallows anything whole. It sweats toxic fluids from its follicles to douse foes.