Swalot (ex9-40) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Swalot from the Emerald set is an Uncommon card numbered 40. With 80 HP and the distinctive Poison Breath attack, it’s a solid addition for strategy-minded collectors.

Quick Facts

Card Stats

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Gulpin)
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Attacks:
• Blot: Removes 1 damage counter from Swalot, deals 20 damage (2 Colorless energy)
• Poison Breath: Poisons the Defending Pokémon, deals 40 damage (1 Grass + 2 Colorless energy)
• Illustrator: Atsuko Nishida
• Set Code: ex9
• Card Number: 40
• Rarity: Uncommon
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing of Swalot appears in the ex Emerald set, identified by the set code ex9 and card number 40. It is an Uncommon card illustrated by Atsuko Nishida, notable for its clean design and functional attacks.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification relies on the set code ex9, card number 40, and the illustrator’s signature style. The card’s Grass type and Stage 1 subtype further help distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

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

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity and unknown release date, maintaining its mint state can enhance its long-term value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Emerald (ex9): This set features Swalot as a Stage 1 Grass-type Pokémon with balanced HP and useful attacks. The set is known for its diverse ex cards, and Swalot fits well within this dynamic lineup. The exact release date is unknown, but the card remains a notable piece for collectors focusing on the ex series.