Ursaring (Neo Discovery 15) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Ursaring from the Neo Discovery set is a Rare Holo card numbered 15. It boasts 80 HP and features the powerful attack Double Lariat. This card’s vivid artwork captures Ursaring’s formidable presence in battle.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Teddiursa)
• Attacks:
• Headpress: Flip a coin; if heads, the Defending Pokémon is Paralyzed; if tails, no effect. Deals 20 damage.
• Double Lariat: Flip 2 coins; does 40 damage times the number of heads.
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Psychic -30
• Retreat Cost: 3

Key Printings

This card is printed exclusively in the Neo Discovery set as card number 15. It is a Rare Holo variant, featuring a holographic foil treatment that highlights Ursaring’s fierce presence. The card’s artwork by Naoyo Kimura is a defining feature for collectors.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Ursaring card. Key identifiers include:
– Set code “neo2-15”
– The distinctive holofoil pattern typical of Neo Discovery rares
– Its unique attacks and the lack of abilities

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This Ursaring card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats, reflecting its vintage status. Its coin-flip-based attacks introduce an element of chance, making it a strategic but unpredictable choice in casual play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s holofoil surface and vibrant artwork, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending and surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Neo Discovery: This set introduced Ursaring as a powerful Stage 1 Colorless Pokémon with versatile coin-flip attacks. The set is known for its detailed artwork and the introduction of several fan-favorite Pokémon evolutions.