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Joltik card art from Shrouded Fable set (sv06.5-001)

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Overview

Joltik is a Basic Grass-type Pokémon card from the Shrouded Fable expansion (set identifier sv06.5) for the Pokémon Trading Card Game. Published as a Common rarity card, this entry represents a compact early-game option that leverages a defensive mechanic to mitigate incoming damage during the opponent’s next turn. The card’s clear-cut stat line—40 HP, a single Grass energy attack, and a low retreat cost—positions it as a candidate for opening plays in Grass-focused decks or as a bench-presence asset in broader strategies. The artwork on this card is contributed by Naoyo Kimura, a prolific Pokémon TCG illustrator whose work across various sets emphasizes crisp linework and expressive character presentation. In the broader context of Scarlet & Violet era releases, Joltik’s SV06.5 print contributes to the evolving diversification of basic Pokémon with defensive utilities that hinge on coin-flip outcomes.

Card Information

Name: Joltik
Dex number: 595
Set: Shrouded Fable (sv06.5)
Card number: sv06.5-001
Rarity: Common
Type: Grass
Stage: Basic
HP: 40
Illustrator: Naoyo Kimura
Attacks:
- Splashing Dodge — {cost: Grass} 10 damage.
Attack text: Flip a coin. If heads, during your opponent's next turn, prevent all damage from and effects of attacks done to this Pokémon.
Retreat: 1
Weakness: Not specified on the card data provided.
Regulation Mark: H
Legal in formats: Standard and Expanded
Variants: Normal and Reverse (First Edition not indicated in the data)
Evolution: Evolves into Galvantula (typical progression in the Joltik line)
Pricing snapshot (Cardmarket): Non-holo prices around EUR 0.02–0.03 (average ~EUR 0.03; low ~EUR 0.02); holo copies around EUR 0.05–0.06 (average ~EUR 0.06; low ~EUR 0.02), with data updated 2025-10-31

Gameplay and Strategy

Joltik’s core value proposition rests on the Splashing Dodge attack and its coin-flip defensive mechanic. For a low-HP Basic Grass Pokémon, the ability to negate all damage and effects aimed at Joltik during the opponent’s next turn provides a reliable buffer in the early game, potentially enabling the player to stall for time or set up a more favorable board state. This defensive option is most effective when used in conjunction with other bench-sitting or transitional attackers that benefit from delaying direct damage on key threats.

Effective deployment considerations include:

Opening strategy: Because Joltik is a Basic Pokémon with relatively low HP, it is often used to establish early pressure or to occupy bench space while setting up more robust threats. Splashing Dodge can help protect Joltik from a single aggressive exchange, enabling safer energy attachment or promotion of another attacker on subsequent turns.
Energy management: The attack requires one Grass energy. In a Grass-centric deck, ensure reliable energy acceleration to guarantee that Joltik can be used when needed while not overcommitting to a sacrificial early attacker.
Risk versus reward: The coin-flip mechanic introduces an element of chance. While successful heads can prevent damage on the next turn, tails leaves Joltik exposed to the opponent’s attacks. Players must weigh the value of a single-damage attack against the potential protection on a given turn.
Synergy with bench-preserving cards: Cards that redraw advantages, search for Grass energy, or draw additional cards can improve the consistency of deploying Splashing Dodge when desired and may complement a strategy built around tempo control or resource management.
Matchup considerations: Against decks featuring multiple small, consistent attackers, Splashing Dodge can offer a temporary reprieve, whereas against high-damage or multi-attack formats, maintaining board presence with Joltik on the bench and using the attack judiciously can be essential for pacing the game.

From a collection perspective, Joltik’s common rarity reflects its role as a foundation card within its set. While not a centerpiece in terms of raw power, its defensive utility adds variety to the field and can influence deck-building decisions in broader Grass-themed archetypes.

Collector and Market Information

The Joltik card in this SV06.5 print belongs to a set that lists 64 official cards, with a total of 99 cards across all variants and printings in the broader release. The SV06.5 subset is identified by its logo and symbol assets, and the card’s non-First Edition variant status is reflected in the data as normal and reverse versions rather than holo or first-edition prints for this particular listing.

The pricing data available for this card indicates relatively low market values, consistent with its common rarity and broad print runs. Cardmarket shows non-holo copies averaging around EUR 0.03, with lows near EUR 0.02 and holo copies typically around EUR 0.06 in recent updates. This price guidance provides a baseline for collectors and players assessing value in a complete or near-complete SV06.5 collection. It should be noted that market prices can fluctuate with printing waves, regional availability, and demand within the broader Scarlet & Violet era ecosystem.

Additionally, the card’s legal status—Standard and Expanded formats—ensures it remains eligible in a wide range of competitive environments, potentially affecting demand among players who are constructing diverse Grass-type decks or seeking budget-friendly options for early-game strategies. The regulation mark H places the card within a specific rotation window tied to standard format eligibility, which can influence price stability and card reprint considerations in future sets.

Art and Lore

The artwork for this Joltik card is credited to Naoyo Kimura, a designer whose involvement across Pokémon TCG sets contributes to a cohesive visual language across different expansions. Kimura’s style often emphasizes sharp lines and clear character silhouettes, with color choices that align with the card’s Grass-type presentation. While the artwork centers on the Pokémon itself, the image often participates in the broader world-building of the Shrouded Fable set, reflecting thematic elements such as nature, concealment, and poetic storytelling that the set’s title evokes. The Shrouded Fable narrative context—within the Scarlet & Violet era—emphasizes a world where common creatures are depicted with attention to personality and tactical nuance, underscoring the tactical value of even modestly powered basic Pokémon like Joltik in both gameplay and collection narratives.

Trivia

The card is part of the Scarlet & Violet era’s Shrouded Fable subset, identified by sv06.5, and carries the Regulation Mark H for format eligibility.
Although Joltik is a Basic Pokémon, its evolution line in the Pokémon games leads to Galvantula; the TCG representation typically follows this lineage, with Galvantula serving as the evolved form in later cards.
The Splashing Dodge attack’s coin-flip mechanic offers a probabilistic protection window, introducing strategic decision-making about when to commit energy to Joltik and how to time retreats or promotions.
The card’s artwork and design reflect a broader trend in the set to present common, accessible Pokémon with distinctive visual identity while maintaining mechanical relevance in early-game play.
Market data for this print shows low non-holo prices, consistent with its rarity, and the presence of reverse-foil variants as a collectible facet for players and collectors alike.

Notes on Data Sources

The card attributes, set information, and pricing data are derived from the provided CARD DATA object, which includes explicit details on the card’s rarity, HP, attack, retreat cost, illustrator, regulation mark, and market pricing indicators from Cardmarket. The image URL used at the top of this article corresponds to the SV06.5 print, and the article URLs listed below are used for cross-reference and network context rather than card-specific content.

External Resources

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