Braixen Collector’s Guide: Kalos Starter Set #9

Character Intro

Braixen appears in the Kalos Starter Set as card number 9. This Stage 1 Fire-type Pokémon card has 80 HP and features the attack Flame Tail.

Quick Facts

• HP: 80
• Type: Fire
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Fennekin)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Firebreathing: Flip a coin; if heads, this attack does 20 more damage (20+ damage, costs Fire + Colorless).
• Flame Tail: 60 damage, costs Fire + 2 Colorless.

Key Printings

This Braixen card appears exclusively in the Kalos Starter Set (set code xy0) as card number 9. It features the signature 5ban Graphics illustration and includes the flavor text highlighting Braixen’s twig ignition technique.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate versions of this Braixen card. The card can be identified by its set code “xy0-9” and the unique 5ban Graphics artwork. The card’s image is available at /images/xy0/xy0-9.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No additional tournament or play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and card condition, store Braixen in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its unknown rarity and release date, maintaining mint condition could be valuable for collectors.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Kalos Starter Set (xy0): This set includes Braixen as a Stage 1 Fire-type Pokémon with two attacks emphasizing its fiery nature. The set is designed for new players and collectors, featuring starter Pokémon from the Kalos region.