Tirtouga 44/236
Set: Unified Minds
Released: Aug 2, 2019
Pokémon
Water Type
Uncommon Pull Rate: 1 in 24 packs (4.2%)
Evolves From:
Unidentified Fossil
Evolves To: Carracosta
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About Tirtouga
It was restored from an ancient fossil. Tirtouga lived in the sea but came up onto the land to search for prey.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #564
- Card Number 44/236
- Card RarityUncommon
- IllustratorHYOGONOSUKE
- Release Date02/08/2019
- SeriesSun & Moon
- Expansion Unified Minds
- Evolves From
- Evolves To
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatLegal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraModern
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionUnova
- Generation Generation 5
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Water - Health Points100 HP
- Weakness
Grass ×2 - Retreat Cost


Colorless ×3
Attacks
- Shell Attack20

- Boulder Crush60



Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Tirtouga swimming gracefully through a sunlit underwater scene, surrounded by colorful coral and rocks, its determined eyes focused forward as beams of light penetrate the ocean's depths.
Playability Overview
Tirtouga offers solid early-game pressure with moderate damage output, fitting well in strategies that prioritize evolving from fossils and setting up stronger Stage 2 Pokémon.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Ocean RevivalThis Tirtouga card captures the serene underwater vibe beautifully. With its soft blues and hints of coral in the background, it feels like a snapshot of ocean life. Position it alongside other water types, especially those that evoke a sense of exploration or ancient history. It would pair nicely with cards like Omanyte or even a Lapras for that nautical theme.Additional Binder Suggestions: Ocean Floor / Serene / Soft Blue / Ancient Life / Fossil Finds



























