Home Pokémon HeartGold & SoulSilver HS—Triumphant Swinub

Swinub 79/102

Name: Swinub #79 - HS Triumphant | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: hgss4-79
Price: 0.32 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: HS—Triumphant Released: Nov 3, 2010

Pokémon

Water Type Common Pull Rate: 1 in 6 packs (16.7%) Evolves To: Piloswine

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0.32 $0.01 (3.23%)

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1.25 $0.03 (2.46%)

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw	Add To Collection	eBay
PSA8	11.50	—	x36

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw	Add To Collection	eBay
PSA8	37.80	51.20%	x30

About Swinub

It rubs its snout on the ground to find and dig up food. It sometimes discovers hot springs.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Swinub
National Pokédex #220
Card Number 79/102
Card RarityCommon
IllustratorKagemaru Himeno
Release Date03/11/2010
SeriesHeartGold & SoulSilver
Expansion HS—Triumphant
Evolves To
Piloswine
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionJohto
Generation Generation 2

Card Attributes

Energy Type Water
Health Points60 HP
Weakness Metal ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×2

Attacks

Headbutt10
Ice Ball20

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Swinub peacefully sleeping amidst sparkling ice crystals and snowflakes, blending seamlessly with the chilly, frosty environment that surrounds its small, round, and cozy body.

Playability Overview

Swinub serves as an early game basic with low HP and modest attacks, making it useful for setting up evolutions or stalling while you prepare stronger Pokémon.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Frosty DigThis Swinub has a charming, icy backdrop with sparkling crystals that really set a chilly scene. Rather than placing it with just other Ice types, consider putting it on a “Winter Wonderland” page. Its adorable expression would pair nicely with other cute Pokémon like Snorunt or Swablu, enhancing that frosty vibe.Additional Binder Suggestions: Ice Cave / Playful / Crystal Clear / Winter Fun / Hidden Treasures