Cloyster 47/132

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Set: Secret Wonders Released: Nov 1, 2007

Pokémon: Cloyster

Water Type Uncommon Illustrator: Ken Sugimori Pull Rate:1 in 13.7 packs (7.3%) Evolves From: Shellder

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Grade	Market price	30d	vs raw	In collection	Buy
PSA8	12.00	—	x1.8
PSA7	4.60	—	x0.7

About Cloyster

It fights by keeping its shell tightly shut for protection and by shooting spikes to repel foes.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Cloyster
TypeWater
National Pokédex #[91]
Card Number 47/132
Card RarityUncommon
Pull Rate1 in 13.7 packs (7.3%)
IllustratorKen Sugimori
LanguageEnglish
Release Date01/11/2007
SeriesDiamond & Pearl
Expansion Secret Wonders
Evolves From
Shellder
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionKanto
Generation Generation 1

Card Attributes

Energy Type Water
Health Points80 HP
Weakness Lightning +20
Retreat Cost Colorless ×2

Attacks

Withdraw
Flip a coin. If heads, prevent all damage done to Cloyster by attacks during your opponent's next turn.
Spine Missile
Flip 4 coins. For each heads, choose an opponent's Pokémon in play and this attack does 20 damage to those Pokémon. (You may choose the same Pokémon more than once.) (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Cloyster emerging through the ocean’s calm surface, its spiked shell menacingly open to reveal a mischievous, grinning face ready to defend with sharp, protective spikes in tranquil blue waters.

Playability Overview

Cloyster offers strategic value by potentially protecting itself from damage and dealing distributed damage to multiple opponents, but its reliance on coin flips introduces inconsistency in both defense and offense.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Ocean DepthsCloyster's design captures the essence of the underwater world with its deep blue hues and rugged shell. This card deserves a spot in an "Underwater Creatures" section. Consider placing it near other water types that evoke a sense of mystery, like Tentacool or Kingdra, to enhance the aquatic atmosphere.Additional Binder Suggestions: Ocean / Mysterious / Cool Tones / Bivalve Life / Sea Defense

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