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Swalot Arceus 2009
Card · Arceus · 2009

Swalot

$2.81 Latest known market value January 16, 2026
Rare Holo Psychic
Curatorial Commentary

The Swalot card captures the Pokémon in a serene, moonlit setting, surrounded by lush greenery and a starry sky. Its soft, rounded form contrasts with the vibrant colors of the night, creating a tranquil atmosphere. Swalot appears almost contemplative, as if it is savoring the peacefulness of its environment. This moment invites the viewer to pause and appreciate the quiet beauty of the Pokémon's world.

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Catalogue plate № 9/99
Identity
PokémonSwalot
TypePsychic
RarityRare Holo
StageStage 1
Authorship
IllustratorAya Kusube
Year2009
Plate №9/99
Composition
StyleCartoonishPlayfulWhimsical
MoodLightheartedMysterious
CompositionBalancedSimple
PaletteCoolPastelVibrant
Game mechanics
HP 100
Stage Stage 1 · evolves from Gulpin
Weakness Psychic +20
Retreat
Damage Roller

Put damage counters on the Defending Pokémon until the Defending Pokémon has the same remaining HP as Swalot. (If the Defending Pokémon has the same or less remaining HP as Swalot, this attack does nothing.)

Entangle Tackle 50+

You may do 50 damage plus 30 more damage. If you do, this attack does 30 damage to 1 of your Pokémon, and don't apply Weakness and Resistance to this damage.