Groudon Collector’s Guide: Primal Clash #84

Character Intro

Groudon from the Primal Clash set is a Rare card boasting 130 HP. Its notable attack, Break Ground, adds a strategic edge to gameplay. This powerful Pokémon stands out in any collection with its robust stats and striking presence.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Resistances: None
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Rock Smash: Flip a coin; if heads, this attack does 20 more damage (20+ damage).
• Break Ground: Deals 100 damage but also 10 damage to each of your Benched Pokémon.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Primal Clash set, numbered 84. It is classified as a Rare card and features no evolutions or special abilities. The card’s Fighting-type and high HP make it a notable Basic Pokémon in the set.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include the set code “xy5” and the card number “84”. The card’s artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita is a distinctive feature, and it carries no regulation mark.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its high retreat cost and damage to Benched Pokémon from the Break Ground attack are important strategic considerations.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork and maintain card condition, store this card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and detailed illustration, handling with clean hands and keeping it in a rigid top-loader or binder is recommended.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Primal Clash: This set introduced Groudon as a powerful Basic Fighting-type Pokémon with a unique attack that balances high damage with bench damage risk. The card’s artwork and flavor text enrich its legendary status within the set’s theme.