Swoobat Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Swoobat from the Emerging Powers set is a Rare card numbered 37 with 90 HP. It features the attack Psyshot, offering a focused option for Psychic-type strategies. This card’s sleek design captures Swoobat’s agile and spirited nature.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Stage 1
• Evolves From: Woobat
• Weakness: Lightning (×2)
• Resistance: Fighting (-20)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Flavor Text: Anyone who comes into contact with the ultrasonic waves emitted by a courting male experiences a positive mood shift.
• Image URL: /images/bw2/bw2-37.jpg

Key Printings

This exact printing of Swoobat appears in the Emerging Powers set, identified by card number 37. It is classified as a Rare card and features the distinctive Psychic type design and artwork by Shigenori Negishi.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Swoobat card. It can be identified by its set code “bw2” and number 37 within the Emerging Powers set. The card’s Psychic type, Stage 1 subtype, and unique attacks Psyshot and Phat Sound further distinguish it.

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 card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface, especially the illustrated area by Shigenori Negishi. Keeping it in a temperature-controlled environment will help maintain its value and appearance.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Emerging Powers: This set introduced Swoobat as a Stage 1 Psychic-type Pokémon with versatile attacks and a unique flavor text highlighting its ultrasonic wave abilities. The card fits well into collections focusing on Black & White series Pokémon and Psychic types.

This Swoobat card remains a notable collectible for fans of the Emerging Powers set and those interested in Psychic-type Pokémon with strategic attack options.