Shining Legends·#7·2017
Shaymin, the beloved Gratitude Pokémon, is a mythical Grass-type creature from Generation IV, revered for its ability to revive barren lands. This specific card, #7 from the 2017 Shining Legends set, is a common variant that stands out for its effective utility attacks and charming artwork. Here, you will discover Shaymin's Pokédex lore, a detailed breakdown of its attacks including energy costs, weakness, and retreat cost, along with its edition history.
Read more ↓Shaymin is a mythical Grass-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IV, specifically in the Sinnoh region. Known as the Gratitude Pokémon, Shaymin possesses two distinct forms: Land Forme and Sky Forme. In its Land Forme, Shaymin resembles a small, hedgehog-like creature adorned with Gracidea flowers, which allow it to transform into its Sky Forme. Sky Forme Shaymin is more deer-like, gaining the Flying type in addition to Grass, and is capable of flight. Shaymin is renowned for its ability to dissolve toxins and transform barren land into lush fields of flowers, symbolizing gratitude and renewal. This benevolent nature is central to its lore, particularly in the movie "Giratina and the Sky Warrior," where it plays a pivotal role in averting ecological disaster. Shaymin does not evolve from or into any other Pokémon, standing as a unique mythical entity. Its type combination of Grass and Flying in Sky Forme gives it vulnerabilities to Fire, Flying, Poison, Rock, and Ice types, while offering resistances to Fighting, Water, and Grass. Shaymin’s gentle demeanor and powerful environmental abilities make it a beloved figure in the Pokémon universe, representing the beauty and fragility of nature.
Last updated: April 11, 2026
