Swampert (Primal Clash 36) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Swampert from the Primal Clash set is a Rare Holo card numbered 36 with 140 HP. It features the ability Diving Search and the powerful attack Hydro Pump. This card offers a robust presence in any collection with its striking design and solid stats.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Marshtomp)
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Resistance: None
• Flavor Text: It can swim while towing a large ship. It bashes down foes with a swing of its thick arms.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Primal Clash set, numbered 36, and classified as a Rare Holo card. It features the ability “Diving Search,” which lets you search your deck for a card once per turn before attacking, and the attack “Hydro Pump,” which deals 40 base damage plus 30 more for each Water Energy attached.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code “xy5” and the card number “36.” The illustrator is Shin Nagasawa, and the card’s image can be found at /images/xy5/xy5-36.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality status: unknown.
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
  Players should verify tournament rules before use.

Care & Storage Tips

• Store in a protective sleeve to preserve the holofoil.
• Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Avoid bending or scratching the surface to retain collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Primal Clash (xy5): This set introduced powerful Stage 2 Pokémon like Swampert with unique abilities and attacks. Swampert’s “Diving Search” ability adds strategic deck manipulation, while “Hydro Pump” scales with Water Energy attachments, making it a versatile attacker in the set’s metagame.