Grovyle Collector’s Guide: Crystal Guardians #32

Character Intro

Grovyle #32 from Crystal Guardians is an uncommon Stage 1 Grass-type with 70 HP. It features the defensive Detect and the reliable Smash Kick, making it a neat pick for collectors focused on the ex: Crystal Guardians era.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1 (evolves from Treecko)
• Attacks:
• Detect: Flip a coin; if heads, prevent all effects of an attack, including damage, done to Grovyle during your opponent’s next turn.
• Smash Kick: Deals 30 damage.
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: Water -30
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy
• Rarity: Uncommon
• Set: ex: Crystal Guardians (ex14)
• Illustrator: Hisao Nakamura
• Image:

Key Printings

This printing is from the ex series’ Crystal Guardians set, card number 32—an uncommon illustrated by Hisao Nakamura. No alternate printings or promotional versions are noted.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no listed print variants. Identification is straightforward via set code (ex14), card number (32), and illustrator credit. Its specific attack pair and weakness/resistance profile also help confirm the card.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its play use is limited by this status, but it remains a collectible piece for fans of the ex series.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the illustration and condition, store the card in a sleeve away from sunlight and moisture, then use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent edge wear and bending.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Crystal Guardians (ex14): Grovyle appears as a Stage 1 Grass-type with balanced HP, a defensive option (Detect), and a moderate damage move (Smash Kick). The set is known for detailed artwork and a diverse roster. The exact release date for this card is unknown, adding to its collectible intrigue.