Orthworm 138/182
Set: Paradox Rift
Released: Nov 3, 2023
Pokémon
Metal Type
Uncommon Pull Rate: 1 in 18 packs (5.6%)
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About Orthworm
When attacked, this Pokémon will wield the tendrils on its body like fists and pelt the opponent with a storm of punches.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #968
- Card Number 138/182
- Card RarityUncommon
- IllustratorPani Kobayashi
- Release Date03/11/2023
- Regulation MarkG
- SeriesScarlet & Violet
- Expansion Paradox Rift
- Standard FormatLegal
- Expanded FormatLegal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraModern
- Production StatusIn Print
- RegionPaldea
- Generation Generation 9
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Metal - Health Points140 HP
- Weakness
Fire ×2 - Resistance
Grass -30 - Retreat Cost


Colorless ×3
Attacks
- Punch and Draw20

Draw 2 cards.
- Crunch-Time Rush90+



If there are 3 or fewer cards in your deck, this attack does 150 more damage.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Orthworm slithering through a vast desert, its segmented red and gray body glinting under a bright sky, surrounded by distant rocky hills and sparse vegetation.
Playability Overview
Orthworm’s ability to draw cards while building up a powerful late-game attack encourages a strategy focused on deck thinning and managing resources efficiently for a strong finishing move.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Earthy UnderdogThis Orthworm card has a unique charm with its earthy tones and sturdy design. I’d suggest placing it on a “Grounded Creatures” page. Its simple yet effective attack animations could pair well with other Pokémon that have a robust, down-to-earth vibe, like Steelix or Steel-types.Additional Binder Suggestions: Underground / Determined / Earthy Palette / Resilience / Hidden Depths


