Barbaracle Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Barbaracle (xy10-23) from the Fates Collide set is a Rare, 100 HP Stage 1 Water-type. It features the ability Hand Block and the attack Claw Slash, offering a blend of defensive disruption and steady offense.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Binacle)
• Ability: Hand Block — Prevents opponent from attaching Special Energy cards if a Stadium card is in play
• Attack: Claw Slash — Deals 70 damage, costs 2 Water and 1 Colorless energy
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Flavor Text: “Barbaracle’s legs and hands have minds of their own, and they will move independently. But they usually follow the head’s orders.”
• Set Code: xy10-23
• Series: XY
• Rarity: Rare

Key Printings

The key printing of Barbaracle is in Fates Collide (xy10) as card number 23. It showcases original artwork by Shin Nagasawa and includes the Hand Block ability and Claw Slash attack.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact Barbaracle card. Identify it by set code xy10-23, Water typing, and Shin Nagasawa’s illustration. The card does not have a regulation mark or a release date listed.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Hand Block can hinder opponents who rely on Special Energy attachments when a Stadium card is in play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the artwork and condition, store Barbaracle in a protective sleeve away from sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity, using a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets helps prevent bending and surface wear.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Fates Collide (xy10): Barbaracle debuts as a Rare Stage 1 Water-type with disruptive Hand Block and a reliable 70-damage Claw Slash. Shin Nagasawa’s detailed illustration makes it a visually appealing addition to XY-focused collections.