Cradily Collector’s Guide: Plasma Blast (bw10-4)

Character Intro

Cradily from the Plasma Blast set is a Rare Pokémon card numbered 4. With 120 HP and the signature attack Spiral Drain, it combines sturdy survivability with utility, making it a notable addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Lileep)
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: Water -20
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Attacks:
• Lifesplosion: For each Energy attached, search your deck for a Stage 2 Pokémon and put it onto your Bench.
• Spiral Drain: Deals 60 damage and heals 20 damage from Cradily.
• Flavor Text: “It lives in the shallows of warm seas. When the tide goes out, it digs up prey from beaches.”
• Illustrator: kawayoo
• Card Number: 4/ Plasma Blast (bw10)
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing of Cradily appears in the Plasma Blast set as card number 4. It is classified as a Rare card and features artwork by kawayoo. No other print variants are listed for this card.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Cradily card. It can be identified by its set code “bw10,” card number 4, and the distinctive illustration by kawayoo. The card’s rarity is Rare, and it carries no regulation mark.

Legality & Play Notes

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

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork and maintain card condition, store this Cradily card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and unique illustration, consider using a top loader or a binder with individual pockets for added protection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Plasma Blast: This set introduced Cradily as a Stage 1 Grass-type with strategic bench support through its Lifesplosion attack and self-healing Spiral Drain attack. The card’s rarity and detailed artwork make it a notable collectible from this series.

This guide covers the exact printing of Cradily from Plasma Blast (bw10-4) and provides collectors with essential details for identification and care.