Bidoof (Kalos Starter Set 29) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Bidoof from the Kalos Starter Set (xy0) is a sturdy Basic Pokémon with 70 HP and a single attack, Rollout. Numbered 29 in the set, it’s a straightforward, entry-friendly pickup for collectors focusing on this release.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Attack: Rollout (60 damage, requires 3 Colorless energy)
• Abilities: None
• Evolves From: None
• Flavor Text: “With nerves of steel, nothing can perturb it. It is more agile and active than it appears.”
• Illustrator: Kouki Saitou
• Image:

Key Printings

This printing is from the Kalos Starter Set, set code “xy0,” card number 29. It has a single attack—Rollout—for 60 damage with a moderate Colorless energy cost, and no abilities or special rules.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants or rarity information are documented. Identifiers include set code “xy0,” number 29, and illustrator Kouki Saitou. The card has no regulation mark.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not listed as legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its unknown rarity and potential collector interest, preserving the artwork and edges is advisable.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Kalos Starter Set (xy0): This Bidoof is a basic, Colorless-type Pokémon with a straightforward attack and no abilities. It serves as an introductory card with simple mechanics and a calm, resilient character portrayal.