Shellder (BREAKpoint 23) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Shellder is a Common Pokémon card from the BREAKpoint set, numbered 23. With 60 HP and the attack Clamp, it’s a straightforward, effective addition for collectors who appreciate clean, simple design.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Attack: Clamp (30 damage; flip a coin to potentially paralyze)
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Flavor Text: “Clamping on to an opponent reveals its vulnerable parts, so it uses this move only as a last resort.”
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Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the XY BREAKpoint set as card number 23. It is a Common rarity card with no known alternate printings or special editions.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or special identifiers beyond its set code (xy9) and card number (23). The illustrator is Kouki Saitou, which can help confirm authenticity.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality status: unknown.
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Its simple attack and low HP make it more suitable for casual play or collectors than competitive decks.

Care & Storage Tips

• Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially since a common card may be handled frequently.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• BREAKpoint (xy9): Shellder appears as a Basic Water-type with a single attack that can paralyze opponents, fitting the set’s theme of tactical battling. No further reprints or evolutions are noted within this set.