Swellow (ex11-32) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Swellow from the Delta Species set is a Rare card numbered 32. It features 70 HP and the attack Glide. A clean, fast attacker with distinctive appeal for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Evolves from: Taillow
• Type: Colorless
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Weakness: Lightning (×2)
• Resistance: Fighting (-30)
• Stage: Stage 1
• Attacks:
• Steep Dive: Flip a coin; heads prevent all effects of an attack on Swellow during opponent’s next turn, tails boost Glide’s damage to 100 next turn.
• Glide: Deals 40 damage.
• Abilities: None
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Legal Status: unknown
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing of Swellow appears in the Delta Species set (ex11) as card number 32. It is classified as a Rare and features artwork by Atsuko Nishida. No other printings or reprints of this exact card are documented.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Swellow. Identification is straightforward via its set code “ex11-32,” rarity, and illustrator credit. The unique attack “Steep Dive” and its interaction with “Glide” also help distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its strategic draw is the coin-flip mechanic on “Steep Dive,” which can either grant protection or set up enhanced damage for “Glide” on the following turn.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve, keep away from direct sunlight and moisture, and avoid bending or surface scratches—especially on the illustrated front by Atsuko Nishida. Proper storage preserves both condition and display value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Delta Species (ex11): This set introduced unique Pokémon with altered typings and abilities, including this rare Swellow card. The set is notable for its creative design and strategic depth, with Swellow exemplifying the blend of tactical gameplay and collectible art.