Wigglytuff Collector’s Guide: XY 89

Character Intro

Wigglytuff from the XY set is a Rare card numbered 89 with 100 HP. It features the unique attack Hocus Pinkus, adding a distinctive touch to its gameplay. This card’s vibrant design stands out in any collection.

Quick Facts

• Evolves from: Jigglypuff
• Type: Fairy
• Stage: Stage 1
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Metal (×2)
• Resistance: Darkness (-20)
• Attacks:
• Gather Energy: Search your deck for a basic Energy card and attach it to one of your Pokémon.
• Hocus Pinkus: Deals 60 damage and prevents the Defending Pokémon from attacking during your opponent’s next turn.
• Flavor Text: “Their fur feels so good that if two of them snuggle together, they won’t want to be separated.”

Key Printings

This Wigglytuff card is from the XY set, numbered 89, and classified as Rare. It is illustrated by Mizue, whose artwork highlights the Pokémon’s soft and cuddly characteristics. This printing is a Stage 1 evolution of Jigglypuff and features the Fairy type prominently.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “xy1-89” and the distinctive Mizue illustration. The card’s rarity is Rare, and it carries no regulation mark.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its Fairy typing and unique attack “Hocus Pinkus,” which disables the opponent’s next attack, make it an interesting choice for casual play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant Mizue artwork and maintain the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card, especially since it has no known print variants that might affect its value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• XY Set: This Wigglytuff card is part of the original XY series, which introduced Fairy-type Pokémon to the TCG. It stands out with its strategic attack that can disrupt opponents and its solid HP for a Stage 1 Pokémon. The set’s focus on new types and evolutions is well represented here.