What is the Altaria's evolution line?

Altaria evolves from Swablu. Swablu is a Normal/Flying type Pokémon that evolves into the Dragon/Flying type Altaria.

What are the energy requirements for Altaria's attacks?

Draco Melody requires one Colorless energy, and Cotton Guard requires two Colorless energy. Both attacks are relatively low cost.

What does the "Cotton Guard" attack do?

Cotton Guard deals 30 damage and reduces the damage Altaria takes from attacks by 30 during your opponent's next turn, after applying Weakness and Resistance.

Is this Altaria card rare?

No, this Altaria card from the Crimson Invasion set is a common rarity, indicated by the circle symbol next to its card number.

What is the Pokédex number for Altaria?

Altaria's National Pokédex number is 334. It is known as the Humming Pokémon.

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AltariaCrimson Invasion #80 Pokémon Card

Crimson Invasion·#80·2017

Altaria, the graceful Dragon and Flying type Pokémon, is a beloved creature introduced in Generation III, evolving from the charming Swablu and celebrated for its melodic humming and cloud-like appearance. This particular card, Altaria 80/111 from the 2017 Crimson Invasion set, is a common rarity, yet stands out for its serene artwork and unique strategic utility in gameplay. Here, visitors will discover everything from Altaria's Pokédex lore and natural habitat to the card's specific HP, attack details with energy costs, and weakness, alongside its edition history.

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Card Number: #80
Release Date: October 5, 2017
Language: EN
Set Code: SM4

Altaria, the Humming Pokémon, is a Dragon/Flying type introduced in Generation III. It is the evolved form of Swablu. Known for its elegant appearance and melodic humming, Altaria is often depicted soaring gracefully through the skies, its cloud-like wings making it seem like a part of the heavens. In the Pokémon world, Altaria is cherished for its gentle nature and its ability to calm others with its beautiful singing. Its diet is believed to consist of berries and nectar, found high in mountainous regions where it builds its nests. In the games, Altaria is notable for its Mega Evolution, which further enhances its Special Attack and gains the Pixilate ability, turning Normal-type moves into Fairy-type and boosting their power. In the anime, Altaria has appeared in various episodes, often portrayed as a serene and powerful Pokémon. Its unique type combination gives it interesting matchups, being weak to Ice, Rock, Dragon, and Fairy, but resisting Fighting, Water, Grass, and Bug, and being immune to Ground. Altaria's design, reminiscent of a swan with clouds for wings, contributes to its cultural significance as a symbol of beauty and tranquility within the Pokémon universe.

Last updated: April 11, 2026