Pokémon Cloyster card #51 from the 2021 Fusion Strike expansion, featuring Shell Armor and the Aqua Split attack.
Cloyster
2021 • Pokémon • Fusion Strike
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Cloyster card number 51 is a notable entry within the 2021 Fusion Strike set, representing the classic Water-type Pokémon evolved from Shellder. As a Stage 1 creature in the Pokémon Trading Card Game, this card brings a distinct strategic profile to collectors who appreciate its defensive capabilities and offensive utility. Designed by nagimiso, the card reflects the artistic direction of the Fusion Strike era, offering a tangible piece of the franchise's mid-2020s expansion history. The gameplay mechanics of this release center around its Shell Armor ability, which reduces incoming damage from attacks by 30 after applying Weakness and Resistance. This defensive trait makes it a resilient presence on the battlefield. Its primary attack, WaterColorless Aqua Split, deals 60 damage plus an additional 30 damage to two of the opponent's Benched Pokémon, ignoring Weakness and Resistance for those targets. This dual-damage potential highlights the strategic depth embedded in the Fusion Strike design language. For collectors, this card serves as a fundamental component for those completing the Fusion Strike base set. It is also valuable for players focusing on Water-type decks or those seeking to understand the evolution mechanics of the Pokémon universe. The card’s 130 HP provides durability, while its 2 Energy retreat cost offers flexibility in positioning. Whether you are building a competitive deck or simply expanding your personal archive, Cloyster #51 represents a key piece of the Fusion Strike catalog.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Cloyster
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Rare
nagimiso
Card Stock
English
130
Water
Stage 1
Shellder
Lightning ×2
2
91
E
Card Text
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Ability: Shell Armor
This Pokémon takes 30 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
Attack: Aqua Split (60)
This attack also does 30 damage to 2 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
Once it slams its shell shut, it is impossible to open, even by those with superior strength.
