Shieldon DP08
Set: DP Black Star Promo
Released: May 1, 2007
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About Shieldon
A Pokémon that lived in jungles around 100 million years ago. Its facial hide is extremely hard.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #410
- Card Number DP08
- Card RarityPromo
- IllustratorKouki Saitou
- Release Date01/05/2007
- SeriesDiamond & Pearl
- Expansion DP Black Star Promo
- Evolves To
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionSinnoh
- Generation Generation 4
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Metal - Health Points80 HP
- Weakness
Fire +20
- Resistance
Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
Colorless ×2
Metal 
Fire +20 
Psychic -20 
Attacks
- Hard Face20
During your opponent's next turn, any damage done to Shieldon by attacks is reduced by 20 (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
- Shield Attack40+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 40 damage plus 20 more damage.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Shieldon in a dynamic cave setting, where colorful minerals and shining rocks embellish the background. Shieldon appears ready for action, with its sturdy shield-like face turned toward the viewer. The atmosphere is vibrant and energetic, highlighting Shieldon's robust and protective nature.The art style is vivid, utilizing a bright color palette dominated by yellows and grays, punctuated with sparkles to give the sense of a mystical cave. Shading is used effectively to create depth, especially on the metallic surface of Shieldon's head. The mood is both adventurous and resilient, capturing the essence of exploration.
Playability Overview
Shieldon offers decent defensive utility with Hard Face's damage reduction, but its relatively low HP and reliance on coin flips make it less consistent in competitive play.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Fossil RelicsThis Shieldon card fits nicely on a fossil or ancient history-themed page. Use it as a solid mid-page anchor among other prehistoric or Rock-type Pokémon. The sparkling, cosmic background contrasts well with earthy tones, adding a subtle space vibe.Additional Binder Suggestions: Cavern / Steady / Metallic Gray / Ancient Fossils / Prehistoric
