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Greninja V-UNION SWSH158/307

Name: Greninja V-UNION SWSH158/307 (SWSH Black Star Promos)
Brand: Pokemon

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Set: SWSH Black Star Promos Released: Nov 15, 2019

Pokémon: Greninja

Water Type Promo Illustrator: Shin Nagasawa

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holofoil

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Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Greninja
TypeWater
National Pokédex #[658]
Card Number SWSH158 / 307
Card RarityPromo
IllustratorShin Nagasawa
LanguageEnglish
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

Abilities

Ability: Ninja Body
Whenever your opponent plays an Item card from their hand, prevent all effects of that card done to this Pokémon.
Ability: Antidote Jutsu
This Pokémon can't be Poisoned.
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