Swampert-EX XY55
Set: XY Black Star Promos
Released: Oct 12, 2013
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Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #260
- Card Number XY55
- Card RarityPromo
- IllustratorEske Yoshinob
- Release Date12/10/2013
- SeriesXY
- Expansion XY Black Star Promos
- Evolves To
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatLegal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraModern
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionHoenn
- Generation Generation 3
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Water - Health Points180 HP
- Weakness
Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
Colorless ×3
Water 
Grass ×2 
Attacks
- Mud Flood40+
Reveal the top 4 cards of your deck. This attack does 40 more damage for each Water Energy you find there. Shuffle the revealed cards back into your deck.
- Hydro Tackle120
This Pokémon does 20 damage to itself.
Rules
- Pokémon-EX rule: When a Pokémon-EX has been Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Swampert bursting energetically through a cascade of water. Swampert's expression is dynamic, with wide eyes and open mouth, conveying excitement. The background features splashes of water, creating a sense of motion and vitality. The art style is bold and vivid, with a rich, aquatic color palette dominated by blues and whites, accented by Swampert’s orange fins. Shading is used to give a three-dimensional effect, contributing to the vibrant and dynamic mood.
Playability Overview
Swampert EX offers strategic flexibility with its scalable Mud Flood attack and powerful Hydro Tackle, but managing Water Energy draws and self-damage is key to maximizing its impact.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Splash ZoneThis Swampert EX card is all about that watery action! The vibrant colors and splashing waves create a dynamic scene that really captures the essence of a powerful Water-type. It deserves a spot on a "Water Warriors" page, ideally paired with other strong aquatic Pokémon that share a similar energetic vibe.Additional Binder Suggestions: Ocean / Fierce / Dynamic Blue / Hydro Power / Wave Crash
