Hydrapple ex 167/142
Set: Stellar Crown
Released: Sep 13, 2024
Pokémon
Grass Type
Special Illustration Rare Pull Rate: 1 in 540.5 packs (0.2%)
Evolves From:
Dipplin
Grass Type
Special Illustration Rare Pull Rate: 1 in 540.5 packs (0.2%)
Evolves From:
Dipplin
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Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #1019
- Card Number 167/142
- Card RaritySpecial Illustration Rare
- IllustratorTeeziro
- Release Date13/09/2024
- Regulation MarkH
- SeriesScarlet & Violet
- Expansion Stellar Crown
- Evolves From
- Standard FormatLegal
- Expanded FormatLegal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraModern
- Production StatusIn Print
- RegionPaldea
- Generation Generation 9
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Grass
- Weakness
Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
Colorless ×3
Grass 
Fire ×2 
Abilities
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Ability:
Ripening Charge
Once during your turn, you may attach a Basic Grass Energy card from your hand to 1 of your Pokémon. If you attached Energy to a Pokémon in this way, heal 30 damage from that Pokémon.
Rules
- Pokémon ex rule: When your Pokémon ex is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts a stylized illustration of Hydrapple in a unique, tapestry-like design. The creature has a hydra-like appearance with multiple snake-like heads emerging from an apple as the base. The background is a pattern of red and beige triangles, contributing to an ancient and mythical atmosphere reminiscent of ancient art or mosaics. The color palette is earthy with prominent reds, greens, and yellows, giving it a rich, organic feel. The shading is flat and simplified, emulating a traditional art style.
Playability Overview
Hydrapple ex's ability to attach Grass Energy and heal promotes a sustainability-focused strategy, while its attack scales with energy on your field, encouraging energy spread and steady board development.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Sweet Garden ChaosThis Hydrapple ex card has a vibrant, chaotic design that perfectly captures a whimsical garden scene. The intertwining vines and bright colors give it a unique energy. It would fit well on a "Floral Mayhem" page, especially alongside other Pokémon that have playful or mischievous themes. The syrupy elements add an interesting twist that would pair nicely with other energetic cards.Additional Binder Suggestions: Garden / Whimsical / Bright Colors / Botanical Life / Sweet Surprise
