#79 Ribombee - Evolving Skies (swsh7)
Ribombee is a Psychic-type Pokémon with 70 HP and a Uncommon rarity, featured in the Sword & Shield series within the Evolving Skies set released on August 27, 2021. Its attack, Tricky Steps, costs one Colorless Energy and deals 30 damage, allowing the player to move an Energy from the opponent's Active Pokémon to one of their Benched Pokémon. The card is illustrated by artist Saya Tsuruta and carries the regulation mark E. It has no resistances but is weak to Metal-type attacks, which deal double damage. The card’s flavor text highlights Ribombee’s aversion to wet or rainy conditions, noting their scarcity in the cloudy Galar region. It has no retreat cost, making it a straightforward play in battle. The card’s number is 79, and it is associated with the dex entry number 743. This Pokémon’s design and mechanics reflect its thematic connection to environmental preferences and strategic energy manipulation.
Type
Pokémon
Rarity
Uncommon
Artist
Saya Tsuruta
Release Date
8/27/2021

Evolving Skies
Sword & Shield
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