Porygon Collector’s Guide: XY Evolutions #71

Character Intro

Porygon from the Evolutions set is an Uncommon Basic card numbered 71 with 60 HP. This digital Pokémon features a single attack, Conversion 3, which requires 3 Energy. Its straightforward design reflects its unique, virtual nature.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: None
• Attack: Conversion 3 (Choose a type to change the defending Pokémon’s Weakness until the end of your next turn)
• Abilities: None
• Flavor Text: Using the most advanced technologies, scientists finally succeeded in making the first artificial Pokémon.
• Set Code: xy12
• Series: XY
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Legality: unknown
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing of Porygon appears in the XY Evolutions set as card number 71. It is an Uncommon card featuring the Conversion 3 attack, which strategically alters the defending Pokémon’s Weakness type without changing the amount of Weakness.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include its set code “xy12,” Uncommon rarity, and the illustrator Tomoaki Imakuni’s distinctive artwork. The card’s unique attack and flavor text also help distinguish it from other Porygon printings.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its Conversion 3 attack offers a tactical advantage by shifting Weakness types, but its low HP and single retreat cost suggest it is best used in casual or collector-focused play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially the illustrated area by Tomoaki Imakuni. Keeping it in a rigid top-loader or binder with acid-free pages will maintain its value and appearance over time.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• XY Evolutions (xy12): This set revives classic Pokémon cards with updated mechanics and nostalgic artwork. Porygon #71 fits perfectly as a Basic Colorless Pokémon with a unique strategic attack, embodying the set’s blend of retro charm and tactical depth.