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Shellder 040/202

Name: Shellder #40 - Sword & Shield | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: swsh1-40
Price: 0.16 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Sword & Shield Base Released: Feb 7, 2020

Pokémon

Water Type Common Pull Rate: 1 in 12 packs (8.3%) Evolves To: Cloyster

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0.16

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw	Add To Collection	eBay
PSA10	23.00	—	x144

About Shellder

It swims facing backward by opening and closing its two-piece shell. It is surprisingly fast.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Shellder
National Pokédex #90
Card Number 040/202
Card RarityCommon
IllustratorSekio
Release Date07/02/2020
Regulation MarkD
SeriesSword & Shield
Expansion Sword & Shield Base
Evolves To
Cloyster
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatLegal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraModern
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionKanto
Generation Generation 1

Card Attributes

Energy Type Water
Health Points70 HP
Weakness Lightning ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×1

Attacks

Water Splash20+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 more damage.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts a determined Shellder swiftly swimming backward, its shell slightly open, stirring water and bubbles around. The colorful, dynamic background emphasizes its surprising speed and aquatic nature.

Playability Overview

Shellder offers a low-risk, flexible attacker role early in the game, balancing modest damage with coin flip variability, making it useful for chipping away at opponents while setting up stronger Pokémon.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Oceanic PlayThis Shellder is bursting with energy! The vibrant blue hues and playful wave patterns create a fun atmosphere, perfect for a lively "Water Fun" page. Pair it with other aquatic Pokémon that have a playful vibe, like Psyduck or Magikarp, to keep the cheerful theme consistent.Additional Binder Suggestions: Ocean / Playful / Soft Blue / Water Games / Underwater Adventure