Pawniard Collector’s Guide: Dark Explorers #78

Character Intro

Pawniard from the Dark Explorers set is a Common card numbered 78 with 60 HP. This sharp-edged Pokémon features the attack Metal Claw, offering a straightforward battle option. Its design captures a sleek, metallic aesthetic fitting its type.

Quick Facts

• Type: Metal
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fire (×2)
• Resistance: Psychic (-20)
• Flavor Text: They fight at Bisharp’s command. They cling to their prey and inflict damage by sinking their blades into it.

Key Printings

This exact printing of Pawniard appears in the Black & White series, specifically the Dark Explorers set, identified by the set code bw5 and card number 78. It is a Common rarity card with no evolutions printed on this card.

Variants & Identifiers

• There are no known print variants for this card.
• Identifiers include its Metal type, Basic stage, and illustrator Naoki Saito’s artwork.
• The card’s market reference query is “Pawniard Dark Explorers 78.”

Legality & Play Notes

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

Attacks

No special abilities are present, but it features two attacks: Scratch (20 damage) and Metal Claw (40 damage), requiring a mix of Colorless and Metal energy.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain card condition, store this card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially since it is a common card that may be handled frequently.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Dark Explorers (bw5): Pawniard appears as a Basic Metal-type Pokémon with straightforward attacks and a modest HP pool. It fits well into decks focusing on Metal energy and synergy with Bisharp, as hinted by the flavor text.