Avalugg (Steam Siege 37) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Avalugg from the Steam Siege set is a Rare Pokémon card numbered 37. It boasts a solid 120 HP, making it a sturdy addition to any deck. Its attack, Crunch, offers a straightforward offensive option for players.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Bergmite)
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Weakness: Metal (×2)
• Attacks:
• Crunch: Flip a coin; if heads, discard an Energy attached to your opponent’s Active Pokémon. Deals 30 damage.
• Melting Floe: Discard the top 3 cards of your deck. For each Water Energy discarded this way, discard the top 3 cards of your opponent’s deck.
• Flavor Text: “The way several Bergmite huddle on its back make it look like an aircraft carrier made of ice.”
• Image:

Key Printings

This guide covers the exact printing of Avalugg from the Steam Siege set, card number 37. It is a rare card with no known alternate printings or special variants.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate versions of this Avalugg card. Identification is straightforward by its set code (xy11), card number (37), and illustrator (Saya Tsuruta).

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This Avalugg card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its high retreat cost and energy-discarding attacks may influence deck-building strategies, but official tournament play status is unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this rare card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and detailed artwork, handling with clean hands and storing in a rigid top loader or binder is recommended.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Steam Siege (xy11): This set features Avalugg as a rare Water-type Stage 1 Pokémon with solid HP and disruptive attacks. The set is known for its diverse Water-type options and strategic gameplay elements. The Avalugg card stands out for its unique flavor text and tactical attack design.