Swadloon Collector’s Guide: Plasma Storm #9

Character Intro

Swadloon is an uncommon Pokémon card from the Plasma Storm set, numbered 9. With 80 HP and the attack Surprise Attack, it’s a straightforward yet engaging addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Sewaddle)
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Attacks:
• Swaddle Guard: Reduces damage taken by 40 during opponent’s next turn.
• Surprise Attack: Deals 40 damage, but requires a coin flip to succeed.
• Flavor Text: Prefers dark, damp places and spends the day eating fallen leaves.
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Plasma Storm set, card number 9, and is classified as Uncommon. It is illustrated by Kyoko Umemoto, whose art emphasizes Swadloon’s natural habitat and behavior.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “bw8-9,” the Plasma Storm logo, and the unique illustration by Kyoko Umemoto.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its defensive attack, Swaddle Guard, offers damage reduction, while Surprise Attack provides moderate offensive potential with a risk factor.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its uncommon rarity and detailed artwork, maintaining surface and edge condition helps retain collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Plasma Storm: This set features Swadloon as a reliable Grass-type Stage 1 Pokémon with a focus on damage mitigation and moderate attack power. It fits well in decks that value defensive strategies and tactical coin flips.

This guide covers all known details for the Swadloon card from Plasma Storm #9. Further information such as release date and additional variants remains unknown.