Trapinch is a Pokémon trading card. Below you will find its full details and artwork.

Last updated September 2, 2026 · 1 min read

Trapinch

Trapinch

Fighting
  • CategoryPokémon
  • HP50
  • RarityCommon
  • Card number#84
  • IllustratorAtsuko Nishida
  • WeaknessWater +10
  • ResistanceLightning -20
  • Retreat cost1

Abilities

Gather Sand Poké-Power

Once during your turn (before your attack), if Trapinch is your Active Pokémon, you may search your discard pile for a basic Fighting Energy card and attach it to Trapinch.

Attacks

Grind 10×
Cost: Colorless

Does 10 damage times the amount of Energy attached to Trapinch.

“It makes a conical pit in desert sand and lies in wait at the bottom for prey to come tumbling down.”

Frequently asked questions

Who illustrated Trapinch?

Trapinch was illustrated by Atsuko Nishida.

How much HP does Trapinch have?

Trapinch has 50 HP.

What type is Trapinch?

Trapinch is a Fighting type Pokémon card.

Is Trapinch tournament legal?

Trapinch is legal in the following formats: Unlimited.

How many attacks does Trapinch have?

Trapinch has 1 attack.

Key terms on this card

Fighting
The Fighting type, generally covering Fighting, Rock and Ground Pokémon.
Rarity: Common
The most frequently printed cards in a set.
HP
Hit Points — the damage a Pokémon can take before it is Knocked Out.
Weakness
Increases the damage this Pokémon takes from a specific type (usually doubled).
Resistance
Reduces the damage this Pokémon takes from a specific type.
Retreat cost
The amount of Energy needed to switch this Pokémon to the Bench.
Stage
Whether the Pokémon is Basic or an Evolution (Stage 1 or Stage 2).

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