Simisear Collector’s Guide: XY Set #23

Character Intro

Simisear from the XY set is a Rare, 90 HP card numbered 23. This fiery Pokémon showcases the attack Flamethrower, and its vibrant design captures the energetic spirit of the Simisear species.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fire
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Pansear)
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Resistance: None
• Flavor Text: “A flame burns inside its body. It scatters embers from its head and tail to sear its opponents.”
• Attacks:
• Yawn: Puts the opponent’s Active Pokémon to Sleep (cost: 1 Colorless).
• Flamethrower: Deals 90 damage; requires discarding a Fire Energy attached to Simisear (cost: 1 Fire, 2 Colorless).

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the XY base set as card number 23. It is classified as a Rare card and features artwork by sui. The card’s image can be viewed at /images/xy1/xy1-23.jpg.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Simisear card. It is identified by the set code “xy1” and the card number 23. The card’s subtype is Stage 1, and it is a Fire-type Pokémon.

Legality & Play Notes

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

Care & Storage Tips

• Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially around the edges.
• Keep in a cool, dry place to preserve artwork and condition.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• XY (xy1): This Simisear card debuted as part of the XY base set, showcasing a balanced Fire-type attacker with a useful status-inflicting move and a powerful Flamethrower attack. Its rarity and solid HP make it a collectible highlight from this series.

This guide covers the exact printing of Simisear from the XY set, providing collectors with essential details to identify and care for this fiery Pokémon card.