Greninja V-UNION SWSH158/307
Set: SWSH Black Star Promos
Released: Nov 15, 2019
Pokémon
Water Type
Promo
Water Type
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Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #658
- Card Number SWSH158 / 307
- Card RarityPromo
- IllustratorShin Nagasawa
- Release Date15/11/2019
- Regulation MarkE
- SeriesSword & Shield
- Expansion SWSH Black Star Promos
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatLegal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraModern
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionKalos
- Generation Generation 6
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Water
- Health Points300 HP
- Weakness
Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
Colorless ×2
Water 
Lightning ×2 
Abilities
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Ability:
Ninja Body
Whenever your opponent plays an Item card from their hand, prevent all effects of that card done to this Pokémon.
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Ability:
Antidote Jutsu
This Pokémon can't be Poisoned.
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Ability:
Feel the Way
Once during your turn, you may have your opponent reveal their hand.
Attacks
- Union Gain
Attach up to 2 Water Energy cards from your discard pile to this Pokémon.
- Aqua Edge130
- Twister Shuriken
This attack does 100 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
- Waterfall Blind180
During your opponent's next turn, the Defending Pokémon can't retreat.
Rules
- How to play a Pokémon V-UNION: Once per game during your turn, combine 4 different Greninja V-UNION from your discard pile and put them onto your Bench.
- V-UNION rule: When your Pokémon V-UNION is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 3 Prize cards.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Greninja in a dynamic, fluid pose, surrounded by swirling water. The background features vibrant shades of blue and hints of aqua, creating a lively atmosphere that emphasizes Greninja's Water-type abilities. The art style blends sharp lines with flowing forms, enhancing the sense of movement. Shading adds depth, particularly around the water vortex, evoking a mystical feel. The mood exudes energy and determination, as Greninja prepares to unleash its powerful abilities. Overall, the scene captures the essence of agility and strategy inherent to this Pokémon.
Playability Overview
Greninja V-UNION's ability to reveal the opponent's hand combined with a strong attack that prevents retreating offers valuable control, but its high retreat cost and heavy prize penalty require careful risk management.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Fluid DynamicsThis card has an exhilarating energy with its swirling water effects and dynamic colors. It deserves a spot on a "Water Force" page, emphasizing the power and movement of water. Pair it with cards that have strong aquatic themes or similar swirling designs to amplify the flow.Additional Binder Suggestions: Ocean / Fierce / Bright Blue / Water Manipulation / Flowing Motion
