Swellow (Roaring Skies 71) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Swellow from the Roaring Skies set is a rare card numbered 71. With 90 HP and sleek artwork, it showcases the swift Flying-type Pokémon. Its attack, Aerial Ace, highlights Swellow’s agile combat style. This card is a notable addition for collectors focusing on dynamic Flying-type Pokémon.

Quick Facts

• HP: 90
• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Stage 1
• Evolves from: Taillow
• Weakness: Lightning (×2)
• Resistance: Fighting (-20)
• Retreat Cost: 1

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Roaring Skies set printing, card number 71. It is a rare card with no known alternate printings or special variants.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “xy6” and card number 71. The illustration by Sanosuke Sakuma is a key visual identifier.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

• Attacks:
• “Clutch” prevents the Defending Pokémon from retreating during the opponent’s next turn.
• “Aerial Ace” can deal increased damage on a coin flip.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and rare status, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface damage.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Roaring Skies (xy6): This set includes Swellow as a rare Stage 1 Colorless Pokémon with balanced HP and versatile attacks, fitting well into mid-game strategies. The set’s artwork and design highlight dynamic flying Pokémon like Swellow.